From a pleasant evening in LA to scattered thunderstorms across the Southwest, discover the upcoming weather trends.

This week, Los Angeles enjoys clear skies perfect for stargazing. However, the broader Southwest is buzzing with activity, from unexpected rain showers along the coast to extreme heat in Bakersfield. Prepare your week with the expertise of Meteorologist Amy Freeze as she breaks down this dynamic weather pattern.
On the regional radar, a cluster of precipitation is moving northeast, impacting areas from San Diego to Phoenix. The coastal locations of southern California, like Los Angeles and San Diego, are experiencing rain showers. Bakersfield to Las Vegas remains mostly dry as the precipitation skirts to the south. Ely and Salt Lake City enjoy clear skies for the time being, marking a sharp contrast with the more active weather farther south.
This evening in Los Angeles, temperatures will ease from 73 degrees at 9 PM to 63 degrees by 1 AM. Skies will remain partly cloudy, creating a pleasant night atmosphere. Winds will be gentle, ranging from 8 miles per hour initially to 4 miles per hour by early morning.
Tonight Las Vegas will see a low of 76 degrees, while Phoenix also stays warm at 76. Flagstaff is much cooler at 48 degrees, and Ely drops to a chilly 39. Bakersfield will experience a low of 64, with San Diego at 60.
Tomorrow Redding leads the pack with an expected high of 102 degrees, while Fresno and Bakersfield will both reach 93 and 95 degrees, respectively. Las Vegas is on track for a warm 95 degrees, and Phoenix will see pleasant conditions with a high of 90. In contrast, coastal areas like San Diego and Los Angeles will remain cooler, with highs around 72 degrees.
The Southwest is experiencing a developing weather pattern with increased rainfall potential. By Monday afternoon, scattered thunderstorms are likely from Phoenix to Tucson, bringing localized heavy downpours and possible flash flooding. Expect cooler temperatures in the wake of these storms, with daytime highs dropping into the mid-70s. Over southern California, coastal areas might see early morning showers followed by clearing skies by midday. Watch out for slick roads especially during the morning commute.
The UV index in Los Angeles is high today with a value of 7, indicating a burn time of about 20 minutes in direct sunlight. On Monday, expect a very high UV index of 10,.
For the 7-day outlook in Los Angeles: Sunday: Expect partly cloudy skies with a high of 72 degrees and a low of 60 degrees. Monday: Mostly cloudy conditions, with temperatures reaching a high of 70 degrees and a low of 59. Tuesday: Look for partly cloudy skies, with a high of 68 degrees and a low of 59. Wednesday: Sunny and mostly clear, with highs around 67 degrees and lows at 59. Thursday: Once again, mostly clear with a high of 69 degrees and a low of 59. Friday: Sunny with a pleasant high of 71 degrees and a low of 60. Saturday: Closing the week with mostly clear skies, reaching up to 71 degrees and cooling slightly to 60 at night.