California – Rain taps windshields and palm trees whip sharply across Los Angeles this morning as gusts push toward 45 mph, creating slick pavement and sudden crosswinds that could jolt drivers within minutes.
According to the National Weather Service in Los Angeles/Oxnard, a Wind Advisory remains in effect until 9 p.m. this evening for much of coastal and valley Southern California, including Downtown Los Angeles. Southwest winds between 15 and 30 mph will gust as high as 45 mph at times. Rain continues early, with breezy conditions holding through the afternoon.
Wet roads combined with gusty crosswinds may slow traffic along I-5, US-101, and the 110 Freeway. High-profile vehicles face the greatest risk. Tree limbs could snap, and isolated power outages are possible. Secure patio furniture and charge devices now. Use caution on elevated roadways where winds funnel hardest.
Temperatures climb into the upper 50s later today before cooler air settles in tonight, dipping toward the upper 30s under clearing skies. Sunshine returns heading into the weekend. Saturday rebounds near 66 degrees, and Sunday pushes into the low 70s with bright skies and early hints of Spring warmth.
Early next week trends milder, with highs rising into the mid-70s by Tuesday. Longer-range signals show above-normal temperatures building into late next week, reinforcing those early spring vibes across Southern California.
Flash freezing is not a concern locally, but drivers should remain alert for slick patches early when pavement stays wet.
Traveling today? Expect sudden gusts and brief downpours. Conditions improve steadily by tonight, but breezes may linger into early Friday.
Five Day Outlook for Los Angeles, CA
Today: Rain and breezy, high near 57.
Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 58.
Saturday: Sunny, high near 66.
Sunday: Sunny, high near 71.
Monday: Partly sunny, high near 76.
