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Updated:February 16, 2026 5:46 pm PST

Coastal Flood Advisory COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY  
Monterey County

  Effective: Mon, 2/16 11:32am Severity: Minor
  Updated: February 16, 2026 5:46 pm Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Mon, 2/16 10:00pm Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: Northern Monterey Bay - Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...Up to 1.5 ft of inundation above ground level is
possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.

* WHERE...Monterey Bay.

* WHEN...Through 3 PM PST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only
isolated road closures expected.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the Monterey tidal gauge, high tide is
expected to be: 1.5 ft above normal (6.8 ft MLLW) at 9:07 AM
Monday 1.2 ft above normal (6.6 ft MLLW) at 9:46 AM Tuesday
These prediction include up to 1.0 ft of storm surge that will
enhance the astronomical tide and flooding threat.

Information:
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Wind Advisory WIND ADVISORY  
Monterey County

  Effective: Mon, 2/16 7:42am Severity:  Moderate 
  Updated: February 16, 2026 5:46 pm Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Mon, 2/16 8:00pm Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: Southern Salinas Valley/Arroyo Seco and Lake San Antonio - Santa Lucia Mountains and Los Padres National Forest - Mountains Of San Benito County And Interior Monterey County Including Pinnacles National Park - Northern Salinas Valley/Hollister Valley and Carmel Valley - Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
expected. Locally up to 60 mph above 2000 feet.

* WHERE...Interior Central Coast, and Southern Monterey Bay and the
Big Sur Coast.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Information:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

Secure loose outdoor objects that could be blown around or damaged by
the wind.
Winter Weather Advisory WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY  
Monterey County

  Effective: Mon, 2/16 12:48pm Severity:  Moderate 
  Updated: February 16, 2026 5:46 pm Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Mon, 2/16 10:00pm Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: Santa Lucia Mountains and Los Padres National Forest - Mountains Of San Benito County And Interior Monterey County Including Pinnacles National Park
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...Accumulating snow for elevations above 3000 feet.
Elevations below 3000 feet will see no accumulating snow to 3
inches. Above 3000 feet total snow accumulations of 5 to 10
inches and the highest peaks 15 to 25 inches.

* WHERE...Elevations above 3000 feet for the Santa Lucia
Mountains and the mountains of San Benito county.

* WHEN...From 4 PM Monday to 4 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Slick, snow-covered roads and hiking trails. Hikers,
campers, outdoor enthusiasts may encounter dangerous winter
conditions above the snow level. Heavier snow showers could
produce limited visibilities. Downed trees and power outages
possible.

* ADDITIONAL IMPACTS...Wind gusts 50 to 60 mph above 2000 feet.
The combination of wind and snow will reduce visibilities.