LOS ANGELES, Calif. – Fog may blanket the Los Angeles Basin early this week before the sun takes over, setting up classic Southern California fall days with highs in the upper 70s. Drivers should expect reduced visibility during the morning commute on I-5, I-10, and surface roads, especially through East L.A. and Pasadena.
According to the National Weather Service in Oxnard, patchy fog will linger through mid-morning Monday and Tuesday before skies clear by late morning. Light winds will keep air quality stable, and daytime highs near 78 to 79°F will make for warm, comfortable afternoons. Caltrans officials advise motorists to slow down, use headlights in low visibility, and allow extra time for travel until fog dissipates by late morning.
By midweek, another round of patchy morning fog is expected, but the region will stay dry through at least Thursday. Cooler nights in the upper 50s may make early mornings feel crisp, ideal for outdoor workouts or coffee runs before the sunshine returns.
Residents can use this stretch of mild weather for fall decorating, pumpkin patch visits, and park outings ahead of Halloween season. No rain is expected in the next five days, and the gradual cooling trend toward next weekend will mark a comfortable transition deeper into October.
Five-Day Forecast for East L.A., CA:
Mon: 78/60 – Patchy fog early; sunny and mild.
Tue: 79/59 – Fog then clear; light breeze, pleasant.
Wed: 76/58 – Morning fog; sunny, warm afternoon.
Thu: 78/61 – Mostly sunny; comfortable for outdoor plans.
Fri: 82/62 – Clear skies; warmer afternoon, ideal for fall events.
