LOS ANGELES, Calif. – Palm fronds barely move in the dawn light this morning as another day of unseasonable October heat begins across Southern California. The air is already warm in downtown Los Angeles—64°F before sunrise—and expected to climb rapidly under bright, dry skies. The National Weather Service in Oxnard continues a Heat Advisory through 7 p.m., with highs near 97°F likely from the San Fernando Valley to East L.A.
Meteorologists say today marks the final push of a Santa Ana–driven warm spell that has baked the region since early week. North to northeast winds will weaken slightly but continue pushing dry air downslope, keeping humidity near 10 to 15%. Residents are urged to stay hydrated, limit afternoon outdoor activity, and check on pets and older neighbors as temperatures soar well above normal for late October.
Relief arrives gradually by Thursday as highs settle into the upper 80s and light onshore flow rebuilds west of the I-5 corridor. By Halloween Friday, conditions look nearly perfect—sunny skies, gentle breezes, and highs around 80°F before a comfortable drop into the upper 60s by dusk. Trick-or-treaters can expect calm, dry air and excellent visibility across Los Angeles, Pasadena, and Long Beach.
Patchy coastal fog returns late Saturday night, signaling a return to more typical fall weather. To be fair, Southern California’s heat streak will end quietly—but November could start cooler as marine air thickens and inland winds ease.
After all, clocks fall back at 2 a.m. Sunday, promising darker evenings and a long-awaited taste of seasonal change for the Southland.
Five-Day Forecast for Los Angeles, CA:
Wed: 97/63 – Hot; Heat Advisory in effect until 7 p.m.
Thu: 89/59 – Sunny; lighter winds, cooler trend begins.
Fri: 80/58 – Sunny; pleasant trick-or-treat evening near 68°.
Sat: 80/58 – Mostly sunny; patchy fog late.
Sun: 81/60 – Partly sunny; mild fall day.
