Storm brings uncommon June rain to Bay Area this weekend

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Rain in June? It happens but not very often. For many of us, June is our third driest month of the year. -- only July and August receive less rain.

This uncommon storm arrives in the North Bay late Saturday afternoon and will produce waves of light to moderate showers through Sunday morning.

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This timing is our best-case for minimal interruption of our outdoor activities.

Any rainfall amounts greater than .10 of an inch will help re-hydrate vegetation and make them stronger to withstand wildfire starts.

As the storm tries to move south Saturday night, rainfall amounts taper quickly.

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