Southern California's first round of rain ends, but more is likely to come

A brief spell of rain in Southern California on Friday was just the first round of a possible three, according to the National Weather Service, as more is expected next week.

A NWS bulletin posted Saturday morning said the initial stint of rain would wrap up by Saturday morning, bringing a dry remainder of the weekend.

"There will be a break this weekend, with the next round set for around Monday, then the next around Thursday," the NWS said.

The upcoming rain storms will be light-to-moderate with low risk of significant impacts or flooding. Temperatures will mostly stay in the 60s along the coast and in the valleys.

Monday's storm will likely die down by Tuesday, but more could return on Wednesday and Thursday. Rain totals will be "more impressive" than Monday, with most models showing totals between 1 and 2 inches for most communities, according to the NWS.

Lingering showers could remain on Friday, but most of the day is expected to be dry.

High surf leads to pier closures

The NWS issued High Surf Advisories in San Diego, Orange and Los Angeles counties as waves reach as high as 12 feet. The advisories expire 10 a.m. Sunday in San Diego and Orange counties, and expire 3 p.m. Tuesday in Los Angeles County.

As a result of the "hazardous surf conditions," the Manhattan Beach and Hermosa Beach piers were each closed on Saturday morning. While the Hermosa Beach Pier was able to reopen by 6 p.m., the Manhattan Beach Pier remained closed overnight.

Seal Beach also issued a warning, urging beachgoers to stay clear of the water.