California – Warm air rolls through the Los Angeles Basin early, and the shift is easy to feel by midmorning. Skies cloud over from the west, but temperatures surge fast, pushing toward 80 degrees across East L.A. Pavement stays dry for now, yet umbrellas will soon matter again.
According to the National Weather Service in Los Angeles/Oxnard, today stays warm and mostly dry, with increasing clouds through the afternoon. Light winds keep conditions calm, helping temperatures climb well above seasonal February averages. Tonight turns mostly cloudy, with lows settling into the mid-50s.
The pattern pivots Tuesday. Clouds thicken through the day, and rain chances rise after midafternoon. By evening, rain becomes likely across downtown Los Angeles, East L.A., and nearby neighborhoods. Wet roads develop quickly after sunset, raising the risk of slower travel along I-5, I-10, and surface streets.
Wednesday remains unsettled. Showers continue at times, especially during the morning and midday hours. Temperatures cool into the mid-60s, a noticeable step down from today’s warmth. While snow stays confined to higher elevations well above the basin, runoff and ponding are possible in poor drainage areas.
Conditions improve Thursday as sunshine returns and rain tapers off. By Friday, skies turn mostly clear, and temperatures rebound into the low 70s. The late-week warming hints at a broader trend, with above-normal temperatures possible into early next week across Southern California.
Drivers should plan extra time during wet periods, especially at night when glare and slick roads increase collision risk. Keep rain gear ready and avoid flooded intersections.
Five-Day Outlook for Los Angeles, California
- Today: Increasing clouds, high near 80°F
- Tuesday: Chance of rain after afternoon, high near 66°F
- Wednesday: Rain possible, high near 64°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high near 67°F
- Friday: Sunny, high near 71°F
