Los Angeles, California – Drivers in Los Angeles may face patchy fog before sunrise Tuesday, September 9, creating slowdowns across I-5, I-10, and local highways. The National Weather Service warns that limited visibility could impact commutes and recommends extra caution for morning travelers.
According to the National Weather Service, fog is expected after midnight Monday and may linger into late morning Tuesday before skies gradually clear. Winds will shift from the west at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts up to 15 mph in some valleys.
East Los Angeles will see temperatures dip into the low 60s overnight, followed by a mild high near 79 Tuesday. By Wednesday morning, patchy drizzle may develop before sunshine returns in the afternoon. Conditions remain mostly stable through the week, with highs holding in the mid-to-upper 70s.
The greatest travel impact will likely occur Tuesday morning, when patchy fog mixes with increasing cloud cover. Caltrans advises drivers to reduce speed, use headlights, and allow extra time on I-5, I-710, and surface streets. Residents should also prepare for damp conditions Wednesday morning before skies clear.
Patchy fog is expected to return late week, particularly overnight Thursday and Friday, though no major storms or extreme heat are in the outlook.
Five Day Forecast for Los Angeles, CA:
- Tuesday: Patchy fog, then partly sunny. High near 79.
- Wednesday: Patchy drizzle early, then sunny. High near 76.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, mild. High near 76.
- Friday: Patchy fog, then mostly sunny. High near 78.
- Saturday: Fog early, clearing skies. High near 82.
