High Wind — Santa Barbara County South Coast, California
2012-06-04 to 2012-06-05 · Santa Barbara County South Coast, California
43 MS
Magnitude
Event narrative
Strong northerly winds were reported across southern Santa Barbara county. The sensor at Gaviota reported sustained winds between 45 and 49 MPH. The sensor at Las Flores Canyon reported sustained winds of 41 MPH.
Wider weather episode
A strong northerly pressure gradient generated strong northerly Sundowner winds across southern sections of Santa Barbara county. Sustained winds between 40 and 49 MPH were reported by several sensors in the area.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 388850. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.