California – Low clouds slide across downtown at dawn as wet pavement reflects the city lights and a humid November breeze carries the first hints of heavier weather tightening offshore. Street gutters already trickle with early showers, and the air carries that rare Southern California mix of warm moisture and incoming instability. Commuters on I-5, the 101, and the 10 should expect slower pacing as showers expand later today.
According to the National Weather Service in Los Angeles/Oxnard, a Flood Watch begins late tonight and continues through Saturday evening. Forecasters warn that heavy rainfall rates could exceed one inch per hour in stronger cells, especially across foothills, canyons, and recent burn scars. Residents should secure drains, clear yard debris, and prepare for possible ponding on neighborhood roads.
Today brings scattered showers with highs near the lower 60s. Thunderstorms are possible, with gusts near 15 mph. New rainfall amounts could reach a quarter inch before tapering briefly this afternoon. To be fair, breaks may appear at times, but the atmosphere remains primed for rapid redevelopment.
Saturday is the main concern. According to NWS meteorologists, 100 percent rain coverage is expected, including thunderstorms capable of triggering localized flash flooding. Travel delays are likely across the L.A. Basin, especially along the 101 corridor, Cahuenga Pass, Malibu Canyon, and low-lying surface streets. Storm drains may clog with debris, and small streams could rise quickly.
Sunday brings a reduced but still notable 40–50 percent chance of showers, keeping conditions unsettled. As Thanksgiving approaches, models hint at continued moisture feeding into California, which may prolong travel complications next week.
Five-Day Forecast for East L.A., CA:
Fri: 61/58 – Showers; isolated thunder possible.
Sat: 63/53 – Heavy rain; flood risk and thunderstorms.
Sun: 61/53 – Chance showers; breezy at times.
Mon: 61/51 – Showers likely; wet commute.
Tue: 59/49 – Chance showers; unsettled pattern persists.
