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Southern California Weather Oct. 15-17: Heat and High Wind Alerts
Los Angeles, CA – Southern California is preparing for a sharp increase in temperatures and powerful Santa Ana winds Thursday, October 15, through Saturday, October 17, with some communities forecast
By Evan Cross · 2026-10-14T00:22:00.059Z
Los Angeles, CA – Southern California is preparing for a sharp increase in temperatures and powerful Santa Ana winds Thursday, October 15, through Saturday, October 17, with some communities forecast to reach 93 degrees while wind gusts could approach 60 mph.
According to the National Weather Service in Los Angeles/Oxnard, Heat Advisories, Wind Advisories and High Wind Watches have been issued as the region faces a combination of hot temperatures, strong northeast winds and increased fire weather concerns.
Temperatures Could Reach 93 Degrees
The rapid warmup is expected to peak Thursday and Friday, with coastal communities and nearby valleys experiencing some of the most significant heat.
Forecast highs include:
Los Angeles: 93°F Long Beach: 93°F Northridge: 93°F Paso Robles: 93°F Oxnard: 91°F Pasadena: 90°F Santa Barbara: 89°F Heat Advisories cover designated coastal areas from Thursday morning through Saturday evening, with moderate heat related illness risks affecting people across all age groups.
Santa Ana Winds Could Reach 58 MPH
Strong northeast winds are expected to peak Thursday and Friday, particularly across inland valleys and mountain adjacent communities.
Pyramid Lake could experience gusts reaching 58 mph, while Santa Clarita and Acton could see gusts around 51 mph.
Northridge could reach 47 mph, with gusts near 41 mph in Oxnard and Westlake.
Forecasters warn that strong winds could knock down trees and power lines, potentially triggering power outages.
Residents Urged to Prepare
The combination of heat, dry conditions and gusty winds could increase wildfire concerns across the region.
Residents should secure outdoor furniture and holiday decorations, avoid activities that could create sparks and prepare for possible outages.
The National Weather Service also recommends staying hydrated, limiting strenuous outdoor activity during peak heat and checking on vulnerable neighbors.
Additional wind advisories may be issued for Saturday as conditions evolve.