Downtown Los Angeles rolled into Wednesday, April 15, 2026, under cool, clear skies, with temperatures headed for the low 70s this afternoon. Mostly sunny conditions are on tap through the day, with light south to southwest breezes that are expected to shift this evening.
Afternoon Sun And Mild Temperatures
Forecasters already flagged this warm-up in our April 14 warm-up preview, and the outlook is playing out on schedule. Today’s high should land near 73°F, with readings climbing into the upper 70s by Friday and into the 80s for inland spots by Saturday.
Boaters And Offshore Winds
Boaters will want to pay close attention. A Small Craft Advisory is in effect for parts of the Santa Barbara Channel and nearby waters until 3 PM PDT on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, and seas will be on the choppy side. Offshore Santa Ana winds are expected to strengthen from Thursday into Friday, with advisory-level gusts of about 45 to 55 mph possible in canyon and pass corridors and a 40 to 50 percent chance of gale-force gusts over far northern waters Thursday night. Those gusty conditions will drive drier, warmer air into the basin, helping highs reach the upper 70s by Friday and near 80 to 81°F on Saturday, according to the National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard.
What To Expect And How To Prepare
Secure loose outdoor items and tie down patio furniture and trash bins, since surprise gusts are most likely along ridgelines and canyon streets. Small boats should consider staying in port until conditions ease, and commuters would be wise to allow extra time on exposed ramps and freeway overpasses during gusty periods. A slight chance of light showers creeps back in by Monday, but the rest of the week is expected to stay dry and warmer.
