Downtown Los Angeles was hovering near 70 degrees before sunrise Thursday, with patchy fog hanging around before a sharp turn toward sunshine. The forecast calls for a high near 88 degrees Thursday, but the bigger concern arrives Friday as a dangerous stretch of heat builds across the region.
Heat Builds Friday Through Sunday
Downtown LA is forecast to reach about 91 degrees Friday and 92 degrees Saturday, followed by highs near 90 Sunday. An Extreme Heat Warning is scheduled to run from 10 a.m. Friday through 8 p.m. Sunday, with hotter valleys and inland communities potentially reaching 95 to 110 degrees, according to the National Weather Service.
Nighttime temperatures will offer limited relief, with lows staying around 67 to 70 degrees through the weekend. Winds should remain generally light, running from the south or southwest at up to 10 mph, and no rain is expected.
Foggy Mornings Give Way To Sunny Afternoons
Thursday and Friday could start with patchy fog before 11 a.m., especially closer to the coast and in coastal valleys. After that, skies should turn mostly sunny, while Saturday through Wednesday looks broadly sunny with highs near 89 to 92 degrees.
A slow cooling trend is expected to begin Sunday, but temperatures should remain above normal into next week. The National Weather Service says heat hazards may continue in parts of Southern California even after the warning expires.
Beachgoers Face A Separate Hazard
People heading to south-facing beaches in Los Angeles and Ventura counties should also watch for elevated surf and dangerous rip currents through Saturday afternoon. Long-period swells from distant tropical weather may produce strong currents, sneaker waves and rougher-than-usual water conditions, so swimmers should check with lifeguards before entering the ocean.
Stay Cool During The Peak Hours
Residents should drink plenty of fluids, limit strenuous outdoor activity to the morning or evening, and avoid leaving children or pets in parked cars. Anyone without reliable air conditioning can find heat-safety information and local cooling resources through LA County heat resources or by calling 211.
