California’s cool early-morning haze is already thinning, and sunshine is breaking through downtown Los Angeles as temperatures climb out of the 50s. Wet pavement from coastal mist may slow drivers briefly, but brighter skies are taking over before midday. Expect a steady warm-up through the afternoon, with highs reaching 76 to 78 degrees across much of the basin.
According to the National Weather Service in Los Angeles/Oxnard, patchy fog lingered early, then gradual clearing set in with light southwest winds around 5 to 10 mph. Tuesday brings similar numbers, with afternoon highs again pushing the upper 70s under mostly sunny skies.
Across Southern California, this March warm spell signals an early taste of spring. Daytime readings hold several degrees above seasonal averages through midweek. Nights stay cool, dipping near 50 degrees, which raises a small but real flash-freeze concern in shaded valleys if moisture lingers on roads before sunrise. Bridges and overpasses cool fastest. Plan extra caution during early commutes.
By Wednesday and Thursday, sunshine dominates. Highs hover in the upper 70s, and inland spots may briefly touch 80 degrees. The air feels crisp at dawn, then comfortably warm by midafternoon. After all, March delivers nearly 70 more minutes of daylight nationwide, with even longer gains farther north. Clocks spring ahead at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 8.
Looking ahead, amplified ridging supports continued warmth into next weekend and possibly beyond. Early signals favor above-normal temperatures into the 6-10 day window. Spring vibes are building. How warm did it feel in your neighborhood today?
Five Day Outlook for Los Angeles, California:
Tuesday: Patchy morning fog, then sunny, high 78.
Wednesday: Sunny, high 77.
Thursday: Sunny, high 78.
Friday: Sunny, high 78.
Saturday: Sunny, high 82.
