Hurricane Marie strengthens off the coast of Mexico and may impact Southern California weather for Labor Day weekend

Swells from the storm are expected to affect coastal southwestern Mexico and the Baja California peninsula over the next few days. These swells are likely to spread to Southern California over the weekend, potentially bringing rain, gusty winds, and high surf for Labor Day weekend. While some computer models show the storm moving closer to the Southern California coast, the majority of the plots indicate it will stay away from the coast. The National Weather Service stated there is a high chance of large waves and strong rip currents for beachgoers. There is also a moderate chance of light rain impacting holiday events, with a low chance of moderate to heavy rain and thunderstorms. The National Hurricane Center is also monitoring a new area of low pressure off the coast of Mexico, which has a 20% chance of development over the next seven days.