Los Angeles beams under clear skies as the desert faces rising temperatures. Get a snapshot of weather across the Southwest with updates on local conditions, temperatures, and safety tips.

As Los Angeles enjoys another clear evening, broad weather patterns across the Southwest are brewing with contrast. From sizzling highs in Phoenix to unexpected rain showers near San Diego, each part of the region tells its own weather story. Dive into a detailed exploration of fluctuating temperatures, potential weather fronts, and safety precautions for outdoor activities. Understand how atmospheric conditions are affecting daily life and what tomorrow’s weather might hold for each area covered in our latest forecast.
On the Regional Radar, cloudy skies are developing near Cedar City. High winds and cloud cover extend across parts of northern Utah, including Salt Lake City. Southern California remains mostly dry, although some rain is making its way offshore near San Diego. San Francisco and the surrounding Bay Area have clear conditions, while Flagstaff is experiencing some isolated thunderstorms.
This evening in Los Angeles, temperatures will begin at a warm 74 degrees at 9 PM with a south-southwest wind at 8 mph. By 11 PM, expect temperatures to cool to 68 degrees with winds shifting from the south at 6 mph under clear skies. As you head into the early morning hours at 1 AM, anticipate a temperature of 65 degrees with a slight south-southeast breeze at 4 mph and mostly clear skies.
Tonight in the Southwest, expect Flagstaff to dip to a chilly 48 degrees. Las Vegas will be cooler as well, with an evening low of 57. Bakersfield will stay relatively mild at 65, while temperatures in Fresno will reach 60. A significant drop is seen in San Francisco as they fall to 57 degrees overnight.
Tomorrow in Phoenix, expect a scorching high of 108 degrees, significantly above average for this time of year. Las Vegas will be hot as well, reaching 102 degrees, with a warm air mass in place. Meanwhile, Bakersfield is forecasted to hit 90 degrees, while Fresno is slightly cooler at 89. In coastal San Diego, temperatures will be more moderate, peaking at 75 degrees. San Francisco remains on the cooler side with a high of 64 degrees.
Expect a sunny and dry pattern to continue across the desert Southwest, with high temperatures rising into the low 100s by afternoon. Coastal regions in Southern California, however, anticipate a series of disturbances bringing scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms. Up to an inch of rainfall is possible in the San Diego region over the next 48 hours, which could lead to localized flooding in low-lying areas. Winds will pick up from the north, ushering cooler temperatures behind a weak frontal passage by late Saturday. Caution advised on mountain routes due to slick conditions after rainfall.
For those expecting to find some fun in the sun in Los Angeles, the UV index is 11 on both Thursday and Friday, which means the sun is extremely strong. Burn times are fast, occurring in just about 11 minutes! Ensure you’re well-protected with sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses if you’re outdoors.
Thursday: Expect mostly clear skies with a high of 72 degrees and a low of 61 degrees. Friday: Another day of clear weather with a slightly cooler high of 71 degrees and a low around 61 degrees. Saturday: Partly cloudy conditions with temperatures reaching 71 degrees during the day and dropping to 60 degrees at night. Sunday: Mostly clear skies, with a high of 72 degrees and a low of 61 degrees. Monday: Enjoy clear conditions as temperatures rise to 73 degrees with a nighttime low of 60 degrees. Tuesday: The clear weather continues with a daytime high of 75 degrees and a low of 62 degrees. Wednesday: Mostly clear skies wrapping up the week with temperatures peaking at 76 degrees and dipping to 62 at night. Enjoy the sunshine, Los Angeles!