Downtown Los Angeles rolled into Saturday, May 16, 2026, under a blanket of patchy morning fog and a cool start in the upper 50s to about 61°F. The gray skies will not last all day, though, with the fog expected to thin through the morning and give way to mostly sunny skies and a high near 71°F by midafternoon.
Foggy Mornings, Sunny Afternoons
Patchy fog is expected to hang around into mid-morning before clearing out by around 11 a.m., setting up mostly sunny afternoons both Saturday and Sunday. Overnight lows will hover near 58°F, and then a broader warm-up moves in early next week, with highs climbing into the mid- to upper-70s by Monday and reaching the low 80s by Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
Afternoon Winds And Fire Weather
Stronger northwesterly and offshore winds are on tap this afternoon into Sunday, with high wind warnings posted for parts of the mountains and the Antelope Valley from 3 p.m. Saturday, May 16 through 9 a.m. Sunday, May 17. A Red Flag Warning highlighting critical fire weather is in effect from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday for portions of the Antelope Valley and nearby foothills. Residents are urged to secure yard debris, hold off on any outdoor burning, and use extra caution with equipment that could spark, according to the National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard.
Coastal Hazards For Beachgoers And Mariners
Along the coast and in the Channel, conditions turn rough this weekend, with dangerous seas and steep, large waves offshore that could trigger minor coastal flooding and significant beach erosion during evening high tides. Mariners are advised to steer clear of exposed waters where gale- to storm-force gusts are possible, and swimmers or surfers should stay out of the water while advisories remain in effect.
What To Expect For Your Commute
Morning commuters may run into visibility issues from the fog, so plan for a slower-than-normal drive, leave a little earlier, and keep headlights on until conditions improve by mid-morning. In the afternoon, gusty winds could make things tricky for tall vehicles and outdoor work; secure anything that might blow around and consider pushing sensitive outdoor projects to Monday, when winds are expected to relax.
Conditions should ease early next week as winds diminish and temperatures trend warmer, with highs near 76°F on Monday and reaching the low 80s by Wednesday, May 20, 2026. For the latest watches and advisories before you head out, check updates from the National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard.
