This week in Los Angeles, expect a mix of cloudy and sunny days with temperatures varying mildly. Get ready for some regional rain and the detailed weather breakdown with Amy Freeze!

Greetings from your trusted meteorologist, Amy Freeze! This week’s forecast for Los Angeles and the larger Southwest region includes mostly mild and pleasant weather with occasional cloudy patches. Notably, regions like Arizona might see thunderstorms due to a low-pressure system. Each day’s temperatures and conditions vary slightly, promising typical Southwest weather complexity. Stay updated and prepared with our detailed daily analysis and weather tips.The regional radar for the Southwest shows a significant band of rain sweeping across eastern Nevada, covering Ely, and stretching southward toward northern Arizona, encompassing Cedar City and Flagstaff. There is a lack of precipitation along the coastal regions of California, where cities like San Francisco and Los Angeles are experiencing clear conditions. Southern Nevada, including areas around Las Vegas, remains dry at the moment. Farther to the south, Phoenix is seeing rain approaching from the east.
Temperatures in Los Angeles will be around 73 degrees through 6 PM, bringing partly cloudy to mostly sunny skies. Winds from the south at 8 miles per hour will keep conditions pleasant. By 8 PM, the temperature slightly decreases to 72 degrees with clear skies and a gentle breeze shifting to west-southwest at 7 miles per hour.
In the Southwest today, Las Vegas is heating up with a high of 95 degrees, while over in Phoenix, the forecast offers a warm 90 degrees. Bakersfield and Fresno are pushing the temperatures higher, reaching 96 and 94 degrees, respectively. San Diego remains cooler at 73 degrees, thanks to coastal influences. Flagstaff contrasts sharply with just a high of 63 degrees, reflecting its higher elevation and cloud cover.
Tonight Flagstaff will see a notably chilly low of 47 degrees, while Las Vegas remains milder at 76. In California, San Francisco is forecasted to dip to 53 degrees, and Los Angeles will cool down to 60. Bakersfield is looking at a low of 69. Expect a crisp night with these cooler air patterns as they roll in.
Tomorrow in Phoenix, look for a high of 96 degrees, while Las Vegas will also reach 96. San Diego enjoys a pleasant day with highs around 71 degrees, contrasting with the inland heat. Fresno is forecasted to heat up to 92 degrees, and Bakersfield will be close behind at 91. The warm weather continues with Redding topping out at 101 degrees, indicating a significant warming trend in the region.
A weather shift is in store for the Southwest tomorrow as a low-pressure system moves through. Expect scattered thunderstorms over Arizona and New Mexico, which could bring brief heavy rain and gusty winds. The California coast will see calmer conditions, with temperatures remaining mild and skies mostly clear. Northern Nevada might experience isolated showers, but no severe weather is currently anticipated.
The UV index in Los Angeles will be very high on both Monday and Tuesday, hitting a level of 10 each day. This means you can expect a burn time of just 12 minutes in direct sunlight.