Downtown Los Angeles is easing into Monday, May 4, 2026, on the cool side, waking up to about 57°F (14°C) under mostly cloudy skies. A weak Pacific low is sliding through late Monday into early Tuesday with only a slight chance of light showers, so most neighborhoods should stay dry, though a few spots could see some brief drizzle or a quick passing shower.
This afternoon is set to turn partly sunny with a high near 66°F and south-southwest winds around 0 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph later in the day. The odds of measurable rain stay low at about 20 percent, and any new rainfall totals are expected to stay under a tenth of an inch. No watches or warnings are in effect right now. For the full technical rundown, check the National Weather Service Los Angeles.
Afternoon Winds And The Commute
By late afternoon, those breezes will kick up enough to make bridge crossings and exposed freeway ramps feel cooler than the thermometer suggests, and a few stronger gusts might nudge light trucks and cyclists around a bit. The evening commute should stay mostly dry, but if you are out after 5 p.m., a light jacket is smart and a compact umbrella is not a bad backup for that small chance of a stray shower.
Warmup Later This Week
Temperatures start climbing as the week rolls on. Wednesday looks sunny with a high near 74°F, followed by a brighter Thursday that starts with some patchy morning fog and tops out near 79°F. The real warmup arrives Friday through Sunday, with highs in the low to mid 80s around the city and mid 80s inland by Sunday, while valley areas may push into the low 90s. Forecasters say that if offshore winds strengthen, some inland locations could run several degrees hotter, potentially flirting with 100°F, so your weekend plans may feel very different depending on how far from the coast you go. For how this pattern set up, see how downtown shakes off morning chill.
Boaters And Beachgoers
Out on the water, conditions may turn bumpier than they look from shore. Nearshore Small Craft Advisory conditions are possible from Tuesday into Thursday nights, with stronger northwest winds likely near Point Conception and the northern Channel Islands. If you are heading out by boat, check the latest marine forecast before you go and allow some extra time for any crossings.
