Angelenos, grab your umbrellas and brace for a week characterized by sporadic rain and cloudy skies. The National Weather Service has forecasted an 80% chance of precipitation today, with heavy showers and potential thunderstorms expected to roll in after 10 a.m. and linger through the evening. Temperatures are set to peak at a cool 62 degrees, accompanied by south southeast winds ranging from 5 to 10 mph, and could gust up to 15 mph. According to the detailed forecast, Los Angeles is expected to receive between a quarter and to half an inch of new rainfall during this period.
Tonight, the likelihood of rain and thunderstorms continues until 10 p.m., after which the chance of precipitation drops slightly. Those out late should prepare for a dip in temperature to around 48 degrees and a gentle transition of winds from west to north after midnight. Despite the reduction in intensity, new rainfall amounts are anticipated to measure between a tenth and a quarter of an inch – though thunderstorms might lead to higher amounts in certain areas.
Moving into Tuesday, the city will see a reprieve from the persistent rain with a mere 20% chance of rain and thunderstorms lingering between the mid-morning and afternoon hours. Expect a partly sunny sky with highs around 58 degrees and gentle, shifting breezes from east to south over the course of the day. Those hoping for clear skies in the evening might be in luck, as there's a comparably reduced chance of showers before 10 p.m., and temperatures will drop to a comfortable low near 45 degrees.
The rest of the week heralds a mix of cloud cover and sunshine, with Wednesday showcasing a mostly sunny outlook and a climb to a 60-degree high. Transitioning to Thursday, a slight 20% chance of showers returns, after 10 a.m., under mostly cloudy conditions and similar high temperatures. Angelenos planning their end-of-week agendas should note a continued chance of showers on Friday, particularly before 10 a.m., but can also look forward to a high of 64 degrees and clearing skies in the evening.
The weekend will likely offer a reprieve with a scheduled sunny Saturday, where temperatures could reach 68 degrees. Evening conditions suggest a partly cloudy night with lows near 50 degrees. Sunday's forecast promises even more sunshine and a slight uptick to 69 degrees, providing residents and visitors alike a chance to enjoy the outdoors after a wet and variable week.
