Downtown Los Angeles is waking Tuesday under mostly clear skies, with temperatures in the low 50s early. The high should reach about 72 degrees, though isolated sprinkles or very light showers could occur across Los Angeles County until sundown, as the city begins a sharp turn from Monday’s wet weather toward a much warmer end to the week.
The latest forecast marks a meaningful update from Monday’s Hoodline forecast, which focused on lingering showers. The National Weather Service forecast remains largely unchanged through the weekend, with temperatures slowly cooling next week.
Quiet Tuesday Leads Into A Rapid Warm-Up
Tuesday afternoon gives way to mostly clear skies overnight. Wednesday warms to around 80 degrees, followed by a high near 87 Thursday and 91 Friday.
The forecast calls for a mostly dry pattern, though isolated sprinkles or very light showers could occur Tuesday. Temperatures should remain well above normal through Sunday, then slowly cool next week.
Santa Ana Winds Strengthen Thursday And Friday
A Santa Ana pattern will build across Southern California through the week, bringing warmer air and stronger offshore winds. Downtown Los Angeles is forecast to see winds around 5 to 15 mph Thursday and Friday, while exposed areas of the San Gabriel Mountains could see gusts in the 60s or 70s.
Friday is expected to be the warmest day in the near-term forecast, with many coastal and valley locations reaching the upper 80s to mid-90s. Forecasters say heat advisories may be needed in parts of the coast, where the offshore flow can push temperatures higher than expected.
Coastal Flooding Risk Continues Tuesday
Along the Los Angeles County coast, minor to moderate coastal flooding remains possible through Tuesday afternoon because of high tides and elevated surf. Morning high tides are expected to run around 7 to 7.5 feet, with secondary evening tides decreasing to 5 feet by Tuesday evening.
Beach hazards also remain possible as long-period swells create stronger surf and minor tidal overflow. Small craft advisories are scheduled for parts of the coastal waters Tuesday afternoon and evening, so beachgoers and boaters should check conditions before heading out.
