Downtown Los Angeles woke up under a gray blanket of clouds on Thursday, May 28, with temperatures in the low 60s and a high expected near 68°F. A late-season upper low is keeping things cooler than normal and slipping a slight chance of light showers into the late afternoon and evening for parts of the city. Expect breezy south-southwest winds with gusts up to about 20 mph on exposed streets and canyon routes, along with patchy coastal fog overnight. The bigger change arrives Friday, when sunshine starts to break through and a steady warm-up kicks off.
Afternoon Shower Chance
Light, spotty showers are possible after about 5 p.m., with downtown and most nearby neighborhoods looking at roughly a 20 percent chance of measurable rain, with higher odds well north of Point Conception. Any rain should be brief and generally light, but damp pavement could slow the evening commute in a few trouble spots. According to the National Weather Service, inland areas should see more clearing through the afternoon as the system slides east.
Evening Gusts And Boating Notes
Southerly breezes will pick up late this afternoon into the evening, with gusts commonly near 20 mph on exposed streets and up canyon corridors, so cyclists and drivers of high-profile vehicles should take it easy. Boaters can expect choppier seas into the weekend and should plan for small craft advisory conditions to return later in the week. If you are heading to the water, check with your marina or operator for the latest updates before launching.
Weekend Warm Up
The unsettled pattern breaks on Friday and into the weekend. Friday looks sunnier with a high near 71°F, Saturday should climb into the mid 70s, and Sunday could reach around 80°F as offshore flow strengthens. Morning patchy fog is likely near the beaches early Saturday and Sunday before clearing to mostly sunny afternoons. For warmer, drier weather, weekend afternoons are your best bet for outdoor plans.
What To Know For Your Day
Carry a light jacket for the cool morning and a thin rain layer if you will be out after 5 p.m., and drivers should watch for slick pavement during any brief showers. For the latest wind and marine bulletins, check the National Weather Service before heading out. Expect the overall pattern to trend noticeably warmer after Thursday, with a few days of drier, sunnier weather on the way.
