California Weather Alert: Dense Fog in East L.A. Delays Morning Travel Friday With Weekend Heat Ahead

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East L.A., California – Drivers in East L.A. could face visibility issues Friday morning as dense fog lingers through 11 a.m., giving way to clear skies just in time for Memorial Day weekend travel.

According to the National Weather Service, East L.A. will see a slow start Friday with patchy fog until midday, especially along key arteries like I-5 and U.S. 101. Temperatures will rise quickly once the fog lifts, peaking around 79°F Friday afternoon with light easterly winds. Motorists are urged to use headlights in the morning and allow extra travel time.

Friday night brings more fog after 11 p.m., with lows around 58°F. Saturday and Sunday will offer a seasonal preview of summer, with partly sunny skies and highs in the mid-70s. Beachgoers and holiday travelers can expect pleasant daytime weather but should remain alert for recurring late-night fog across valleys and coastal routes.

Memorial Day itself is shaping up to be a classic Southern California holiday — partly sunny and near 75°F. Fog will return Monday night, but no rain is expected through midweek.

Five-Day Weather Outlook for East L.A.:

  • Saturday: Patchy fog early, then sunny. High near 74°F.
  • Sunday: Patchy fog, then mostly sunny. High near 75°F.
  • Memorial Day (Monday): Partly sunny. High near 75°F.
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny with patchy morning fog. High near 74°F.
  • Wednesday: More fog possible early, then sunny. High around 73°F.

Weather alerts remain in effect for Friday morning fog. Next update expected late Friday from NWS.