This afternoon, Los Angeles enjoys sunny and warm weather with temperatures peaking at 82 degrees. Learn more about what the weather looks like across the Southwest!

Today in Los Angeles, expect a sunny afternoon with temperatures reaching up to 82 degrees. Meanwhile, Phoenix blazes with highs of 113 degrees, and Las Vegas reaches 109 degrees. As evening approaches, watch out for potential coastal clouds. Dive into our detailed analysis of what this week’s weather holds for Los Angeles and neighboring regions. Rain showers are developing near Flagstaff and are expected to bring some drizzle to the area. Farther south, Phoenix is experiencing clear skies with dry conditions. Clouds with potential rain showers are on the horizon for Las Vegas as they drift eastward across Nevada. San Francisco and Los Angeles are currently clear, but keep an eye on coastal clouds that could move in overnight.
Sunny and warm in Los Angeles this afternoon, with temperatures reaching 81 degrees by 4 PM and climbing slightly to 82 degrees by 6 PM. A gentle breeze from the south-southwest at 7 to 9 miles per hour adds a pleasant touch. Clouds are minimal, with just a few appearing by 8 PM, maintaining the mostly sunny conditions. Temperatures will remain steady at around 81 degrees into the evening.
This afternoon in the Southwest, we’re seeing some impressive highs. Phoenix is scorching today with a high of 113 degrees, while Las Vegas reaches a sizzling 109. In Southern California, Los Angeles stays relatively cooler at 82 degrees, but Bakersfield is significantly warmer, hitting 100. San Diego is enjoying a pleasant high of 81. Flagstaff is notably cooler at 87 degrees, providing a stark contrast to the intense heat experienced in the lower elevations.
Tonight, temperatures will dip significantly across the Southwest. Los Angeles is expected to cool to 63 degrees, while San Diego will feel a bit colder at 65. Bakersfield will see a low of 70 degrees, but Ely will drop to a brisk 46 degrees. Flagstaff can expect a low of 60, a notable drop for the region.
Tomorrow in Las Vegas, expect a scorching high of 111 degrees. Phoenix will see an even steeper climb, reaching a hot 117 degrees, significantly above average for this time of year. In the California Central Valley, Bakersfield is on track for a warm high of 99 degrees, while Fresno will also be hot at 98 degrees. San Diego stays relatively cooler at 84 degrees, but still well above the typical summer readings.
A low-pressure system will push into the region tomorrow, bringing scattered thunderstorms primarily to Arizona and New Mexico. Expect gusty winds and brief heavy rainfall that could cause localized flooding. Daytime temperatures will be slightly cooler, ranging in the mid-80s in Phoenix and Albuquerque. In Southern California, stay alert as isolated thunderstorms could develop in the mountains and deserts through the afternoon. The weather settles into Wednesday with a warming trend and clear skies returning by evening across the Southwest.
In Los Angeles, the UV index for Tuesday is extremely high at 11, with a burn time of just 11 minutes, emphasizing the need for sunscreen and protective clothing. Wednesday maintains this extreme level with the same burn time of 11 minutes. Stay sun-safe when outdoors!