Downtown Los Angeles is starting Friday, August 7, around 68 degrees with a humid, partly cloudy morning ahead. The clouds will give way to sunshine quickly, and temperatures are expected to climb to about 87 degrees by afternoon.
Rain is highly unlikely downtown, with the forecast putting the chance at just a few percent Friday and essentially zero through the weekend. The National Weather Service expects light south-to-southwest winds, generally 0 to 10 mph, with the strongest breezes arriving during the afternoon.
Sunny, Warm And A Little Sticky
Saturday and Sunday look nearly identical, with sunny to mostly sunny skies and highs near 88 degrees. Overnight lows will stay mild, around 68 degrees, so anyone hoping for a truly crisp summer evening may need to lower those expectations slightly.
The extra moisture in the air could make the heat feel more noticeable, particularly during the afternoon. Low clouds and patchy fog are expected to remain common near the coast and in some coastal valleys during the overnight and morning hours, although downtown should turn brighter as the day progresses.
Heat Eases Gradually Next Week
Temperatures should ease only a little at first, with highs near 87 degrees Monday and 86 Tuesday. A more noticeable cooldown arrives Wednesday and Thursday, when highs are forecast near 84 and 83 degrees, respectively, while nighttime lows dip into the mid-60s.
The most serious heat concerns are farther inland, where heat advisories and an extreme heat warning remain in effect through Sunday. Forecasters also see a small chance of afternoon or evening showers and thunderstorms in the mountains through the weekend, including the possibility of dry lightning, so outdoor plans in those areas deserve extra caution.
Best Bet For Weekend Plans
For downtown residents, the forecast is mostly a straightforward sunny-weekend setup: plan strenuous activities for the morning or evening, drink water, and take breaks from the afternoon heat. By midweek, stronger onshore winds and a deeper marine layer should bring cooler temperatures and more persistent morning clouds across the Los Angeles area.
