Thunderstorm Wind — Riverside, California

2025-08-25 · near Perris, Riverside, California

Event narrative

Mesonet station 4 miles ESE Perris recorded a 76 mph gust associated with thunderstorm outflow. Likely a microburst.

Wider weather episode

An upper level low combined with monsoonal moisture produced numerous thunderstorms, which resulted in several reports of heavy rainfall, flooding, and severe wind. Most of the impacts occurred on the afternoon of August 25th over the mountains, deserts, and inland valleys.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1292693. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.