LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Cool, still air greeted early risers across Los Angeles this morning, a calm start to what promises to be one of the region’s best travel windows before Thanksgiving. Morning fog may briefly hug the coast and low valleys, but skies will quickly clear, revealing crisp sunshine and highs near 70. For millions preparing to travel this week, the pattern offers a gift — steady, dry weather across the Southland while much of the country braces for heavy rain and early snow.
According to the National Weather Service in Oxnard, light winds and clear skies will dominate through Tuesday. Patchy fog could return late each night in the San Fernando Valley and along I-5, but daytime driving looks smooth and bright. By midweek, inland highs will reach the lower 70s, with mild breezes helping to clear the haze. Travelers heading east should note that major cold fronts are expected to impact the Plains and Midwest by Wednesday, with potential snow and flight delays that could ripple nationwide into the weekend.
For now, Southern California sits under stable high pressure — perfect for early decorating, outdoor gatherings, and smooth airport operations at LAX and Burbank. Those staying local can expect near-perfect conditions for Thanksgiving Day parades and family events, with cooler mornings and warm afternoons. By Friday and Saturday, however, models hint at a subtle coastal cooldown as Pacific moisture returns north of Point Conception — a gentle reminder that winter’s approach isn’t far off.
Five-Day Forecast for Los Angeles, CA:
Sun: 69/51 – Sunny and calm; patchy coastal fog early.
Mon: 67/50 – Patchy fog early, turning mostly sunny.
Tue: 73/52 – Clear and warm; ideal travel conditions.
Wed: 74/53 – Sunny and mild; perfect for Thanksgiving prep.
Thu: 74/52 – Mostly sunny; pleasant Thanksgiving Day warmth.
