TIMELINE: Rain and wind are back with Level 2 storm as wet pattern begins

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Rain and wind are back Wednesday with a Level 2 storm as a wet pattern begins. Light showers continue Thursday morning with drier skies in the afternoon. More rain chances continue Friday and into the weekend. Here's what to expect Wednesday.

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• Light scattered showers for the morning commute


• The heaviest rain and strongest wind will occur between noon and 6 p.m.


• A Wind Advisory is in effect for gusts 30-55 mph


• Rainfall totals will range from .50" to 1" for most cities.


• After 7 p.m. heaviest rain exits with scattered showers around through Thursday morning


• Winter Storm Warning for the Sierra with 1 to 4 feet of snow above 4,000'

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