Los Angeles greets the day with mostly clear skies and calm conditions. Meanwhile, the Southwest sees sizzling temperatures. Stay updated with our comprehensive weather forecast.

On July 16, 2025, Los Angeles wakes up to mostly cloudy skies, while the entire Southwest region swelters under intense heat. In Phoenix, temperatures soar to 100 degrees, contrasting sharply with the cooler coastal areas like San Diego. Not only are temperatures a hot topic, but the UV index also hits a high of 11, making sun protection a must. From severe storms in Phoenix to tranquil breezes in LA, we cover all the weather details you need to know.
In the Southwest region, the radar indicates that Phoenix is experiencing pockets of severe storms, highlighted by intense rainfall and possibly thunderstorms, moving northward. Flagstaff is spared the severe weather and remains under clear conditions. Ely to Salt Lake City stays dry. The coastal areas from San Diego to Los Angeles are clear, with no precipitation or cloud cover in sight.
Tomorrow morning in Los Angeles starts off mostly cloudy with calm conditions. Temperatures hold steady at 63 degrees through 8 AM and 10 AM. Cloud cover begins to break by midday as temperatures reach 67 degrees with a slight southern breeze at 3 mph.
Tomorrow in Phoenix, expect a scorching high of 100 degrees, which is well above average for this time of year. Las Vegas will also feel the heat, reaching 95 degrees, while Cedar City sees a more moderate high of 79. Bakersfield is on track for a warm high of 99 degrees, just shy of the century mark. In contrast, temperatures in San Francisco will be considerably cooler at 66 degrees.
A dry and sunny day is on tap for much of the Southwest tomorrow, though do keep an eye on scattered afternoon thunderstorms developing over parts of Arizona and New Mexico. While severe weather is not anticipated, localized downpours could impact travel. The coastal regions of Southern California will continue to enjoy breezy and clear conditions, with temperatures reaching into the mid-80s. Expect warm desert heat to persist, pushing temperatures into the mid-90s across the interior.
Los Angeles is experiencing very high UV index levels today and tomorrow, both reaching 11. This intense rating can result in sunburn in as little as 11 minutes, so make sure to wear sunscreen and seek shade whenever possible.
For the 7 day forecast in Los Angeles: Wednesday: Mostly cloudy with a high of 72 degrees and a low of 62 degrees. Thursday: The clouds stick around with temperatures reaching 71 degrees for a high, cooling down to 63 degrees at night. Friday: Mostly clear skies, expect a high of 70 degrees and a low of 63 degrees. Saturday: Sunshine and clouds share the sky with highs around 71 degrees and lows near 63. Sunday: Partly cloudy conditions dominate, with a daytime high of 71 degrees dropping to 62 degrees overnight. Monday: The forecast remains partly cloudy, topping out at 70 degrees for the high, with lows near 62 degrees. Tuesday: Expect partly cloudy skies as temperatures peak at 71 degrees and lows settle at 61 degrees.