California’s snowpack is now 85% of average, with more snow in the northern Sierra and less in the south. Amid warming winters, the state is seeing less snow at lower elevations.

After unseasonably warm weather on Thursday, forecasters warned that a drastic change is on tap in Southern California, with even a chance of some rain by the weekend.

Temperatures in much of SoCal will continue to rise Wednesday and Thursday, but officials say it doesn't mean winter has passed. Cold, wet storms are forecast for the weekend and next week.

Southern California is not known for its weather extremes but this week, residents could see record afternoon highs just days before a cold snap brings a chance of rain for the weekend. Kirk Hawkins has KTLA's forecast on Wednesday,