Dreary In LA

Today the weather was overcast, chilly and dreary looking in LA, not the usual sunny blue skies we usually associate with southern California.
January through April is the rainy season here so this is the last of the possible rain clouds moving in. Since we're in the desert, storms must be large and organized to pass the rain to us, otherwise the rain dries up before it hits the ground (known as virga, a desert phenomenon).
This late in the season the forcasters seem unsure of the possiblities, calling for a chance of rain in some areas and the another 20% to 30% chance for Monday.
Even without rain, the beaches at the Pacific Ocean are empty except for some tourists and an occasional person on the bike path with bicycle, skateboard or jogging. I live two blocks from Dockweiler State Beach and can't believe the difference from a sunny day to the dreary overcast day like today! LA's popular Venice Beach just north of here is a bit more visited, but still extremely different than a nice, warm sunny day when the crowds will be there!