Downtown Los Angeles may have started Wednesday, July 8, 2026, on a cool note at about 61°F, but that little morning gift is not sticking around. A stretch of hot afternoons is lining up as a heat advisory blankets much of Los Angeles County through the end of the week, with inland neighborhoods set to feel it most as highs climb into the upper 80s and low 90s.
Heat Advisory Through Friday
A Heat Advisory is in effect from 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 8 through 8 p.m. Friday, July 10, according to the National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard. Forecasters expect Downtown highs near 89°F on Wednesday, a peak around 91°F on Thursday, and a slight dip to about 88°F on Friday. Immediate coastal spots will hang on to cooler readings, staying several degrees lower than the city core.
Today And Tonight
Skies stay mostly sunny this afternoon, with temperatures topping out in the upper 80s and light south winds between 0 and 10 mph that may pick up a bit later in the day. Tonight, look for mostly clear conditions and lows in the mid-60s. Patchy fog could move in between about 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. late Thursday into early Friday and again Friday night, mainly hugging the coast, so early coastal commuters should be ready for cooler, murkier starts.
Stay Cool And Check On Neighbors
The advisory heightens the risk of heat illness for young children, older adults, people without air conditioning, and anyone doing strenuous work outside during peak heat. Health officials urge residents to stay hydrated, avoid hard outdoor activity during the hottest hours, and use air-conditioned public spaces when possible. If you do not have cooling at home, you can call 2-1-1 to find local cooling centers; we previously tracked the buildup to this warmup.
Weekend Outlook
Some relief may arrive over the weekend as the ridge weakens and monsoonal moisture drifts in, bringing a 10 to 20 percent chance of showers or isolated thunderstorms mainly over eastern parts of L.A. County from Sunday into early next week. Residents should keep an eye on updates from the National Weather Service and be ready to tweak outdoor plans if storms start to fire.
