California – Sunglasses are doing more work than jackets this morning as temperatures surge toward 89 degrees across Los Angeles, pushing a burst of early March warmth into Southern California today. Pavement is already warming quickly, and neighborhoods from Downtown to the San Fernando Valley will feel more like late spring by midafternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Los Angeles/Oxnard, sunny skies dominate today with light northeast winds shifting southwest late this morning. Highs reach near 89 in Downtown L.A., 84 on Saturday, and 80 by Sunday as a weak system brushes the region. Nights stay cool, dipping into the upper 50s and low 60s.
This warmth stretches across much of Southern California today, signaling a brief Spring Vibes pattern before subtle changes arrive. By Sunday night after 10 p.m., patchy fog may form, especially near the coast and in low-lying valleys. Visibility could dip for drivers on U.S. 101 and Interstate 5 into early Monday. Plan extra time for the Monday morning commute.
Monday starts gray in spots but turns mostly sunny with highs near 72. Tuesday rebounds to the mid-70s under bright skies. No rain is expected locally, though Northern California sees scattered showers this weekend.
Looking ahead, the 6-10 day outlook favors above-normal temperatures across California. Early March may trend warmer than average, reinforcing the seasonal shift.
Five Day Outlook for Los Angeles, California:
Today: Sunny, high 89.
Saturday: Sunny, high 84.
Sunday: Sunny, high 80. Patchy fog late.
Monday: Morning fog, then mostly sunny, high 72.
Tuesday: Sunny, high 75.
