Kern County, CA – Residents across the Kern County desert can expect an extended stretch of unseasonably warm weather this week, with afternoon high temperatures climbing well above normal for mid-January, according to the National Weather Service in Hanford.
According to the National Weather Service, forecast models show a high probability that many desert communities will reach at least 65 degrees on multiple days between Sunday and Saturday, with the warmest stretch expected early in the week. The outlook highlights continued above-average temperatures driven by a persistent high-pressure pattern over California.
In Boron, North Edwards, and Ridgecrest, the chance of reaching 65 degrees or warmer sits between 90% and 96% from Sunday through Tuesday. Mojave and Edwards Air Force Base also show strong probabilities early in the week, with odds near 95% on Monday before gradually decreasing by midweek.
Farther south, California City and Inyokern are expected to see fluctuating warmth, with higher confidence Sunday and Monday before probabilities dip into the 25–55% range later in the week. By Thursday through Saturday, chances of 65-degree highs decrease across most locations, signaling a modest cooling trend — though temperatures are still expected to remain near or slightly above seasonal averages.
Meteorologists note that typical January highs in the Kern County desert often range from the upper 50s to low 60s, making this week’s forecast notably warm for the time of year. While no heat-related advisories are in effect, residents are encouraged to stay hydrated and be mindful of increased outdoor activity during the warmer afternoons.
Travel conditions are expected to remain favorable, with dry weather dominating the forecast and no precipitation impacts anticipated through the upcoming weekend.
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