Meteorologist Amy Freeze guides you through the weather scenarios affecting Los Angeles and the Southwest, from sunny skies to potential snowfalls in the higher altitudes.

Welcome to our detailed forecast update with Meteorologist Amy Freeze. This April, Los Angeles experiences a mix of clear skies and transitioning weather patterns across the Southwest. From unexpected sunshine to the anticipation of rain showers and potential slick roads in elevated areas, stay tuned as we navigate through each day’s specific conditions. Enjoy a meticulous daily breakdown and safety tips for the week ahead. Read more at https://amyfreeze.ai/! On this first day of April, the Southwest region is brimming with a dynamic mix of weather patterns. Starting on the West Coast, rain showers are sweeping inland from the Pacific Ocean, giving the Bay Area of San Francisco a dose of much-needed rainfall. This system extends southwards, spreading over Fresno and Bakersfield, offering some relief from dry conditions. To the north in Redding, rain persists, while Reno sees the tail end of these precipitation bands. As we move farther east, the higher elevations, including Ely in Nevada and Cedar City in Utah, are cloaked in snow, adding a wintry touch to the mountainous scenery. In contrast, Flagstaff is under the influence of light snow showers. Las Vegas stands out with dry, favorable conditions, basking in clear skies. Salt Lake City, farther north, sees light snow activity as well, enhancing the serene beauty of the Wasatch Range. Meanwhile, San Diego enjoys a break from the rain, maintaining a mild and pleasant atmosphere.
In Los Angeles this afternoon, temperatures are set to hover in the low 60s with a west-northwest wind maintaining speeds around 12 to 15 miles per hour. Expect partly cloudy skies turning mostly cloudy by 5 PM, providing a gentle shift in the sky’s canvas.
Let’s take a look at the high temperatures across the Southwest region today. In Arizona, Phoenix is basking in a warm 74 degrees, while Flagstaff is much cooler at just 44 degrees. Moving to Nevada, Las Vegas is experiencing a pleasant high of 66 degrees, whereas Ely is significantly chillier at only 40 degrees. Over in California, San Diego is sitting comfortably at 60 degrees, and Los Angeles is a bit warmer with a high of 64. In the San Joaquin Valley, Fresno reaches 55 degrees, while Bakersfield is a little warmer at 62.
Tonight in the Southwest, temperatures are dropping significantly. In Ely, it will be a frigid 21 degrees. Las Vegas cools down to 43, while Flagstaff will see a brisk low of 22 degrees. Cedar City will also feel the chill at 25 degrees. Phoenix remains relatively warmer at 49 degrees, but still cooler than recent nights. Expect Redding to dip to 41 and San Francisco at 45, with Fresno also seeing a low of 43.
High temperatures expected in the Southwest for tomorrow, show a mix of mild conditions. In Southern California, San Diego has a high of 65 degrees. Farther inland, both Bakersfield and Fresno will see highs around 61 degrees. Looking at Nevada, Las Vegas will rise to 57 degrees, while Ely will remain much cooler at just 37 degrees. In Arizona, Phoenix is expected to see a pleasant high of 64 degrees. Meanwhile, farther north in Flagstaff, temperatures will only climb to about 37 degrees.
A Pacific storm system pushes into the Southwest tomorrow bringing varied conditions. Look for rain showers in Northern California with potential heavy downpours, especially in the San Francisco Bay Area and extending into the Sacramento Valley. Coastal regions can expect breezy conditions, leading to possible rough surf. Farther south, Southern California will experience spotty showers, with the heaviest rainfall predicted over the San Bernardino and San Gabriel mountains, which might cause slick roads in higher elevations.
The UV index for Los Angeles is expected to be 6 on this Tuesday, meaning the sun’s rays are moderately strong, with a burn time of about 23 minutes. On Wednesday, the index rises to 8, increasing sun exposure risks with a quicker burn time of 17 minutes.