Enjoy a sunny afternoon in Los Angeles with a gentle breeze making it pleasantly warm, while the Southwest heats up with temperatures soaring past 100 degrees in places like Phoenix. Stay cool and prepared with our latest forecast!

Today’s Los Angeles weather promises a sunny reprieve amidst a backdrop of varied conditions across the Southwest. As a high-pressure system dominates the region, expect sunny skies and warm temperatures. Coastal areas might start with fog that will clear by the afternoon. A mixture of rain, sleet, and the occasional snow at higher elevations presents a challenge for travelers. Keep abreast of temperature swings and prepare for potential sunscreen necessities with an UV index hitting the extremes. A cold front is sweeping through the Southwest, bringing rain and some storms from Redding to Fresno. Reno shows a mix of rain and sleet, signaling freezing temperatures at higher elevations. Ely is witnessing light snowfall, while Bakerfield enjoys clear skies. Las Vegas and Phoenix remain dry with scattered cloud cover, but Flagstaff may see light rain developing later in the evening.
Los Angeles will enjoy a sunny afternoon, with temperatures rising from 74 degrees at 4 PM to a peak of 76 degrees by 6 PM. Winds will be gently blowing from the south-southwest at 7 to 8 miles per hour. As evening approaches, temperatures will dip slightly to 74 degrees at 8 PM, maintaining a pleasant and warm atmosphere.
Today’s high temperatures across the Southwest are heating up significantly. In Phoenix, we’re looking at a scorcher with a high of 110 degrees. Las Vegas isn’t far behind, reaching 103 degrees this afternoon. Flagstaff offers some relief with a more moderate high of 84 degrees. With warm conditions prevailing in most areas, it’s a classic summer day in the Southwest.
Tonight, Las Vegas will drop to a cool 61 degrees. Flagstaff will see a low of 55, while Ely gets even chillier at 47 degrees. In contrast, Phoenix remains warm with a low of 86, but that’s a significant contrast to the more northern locales. San Francisco will settle at 55 degrees, highlighting the swing in temperatures across the region.
Tomorrow, Phoenix is projected to swelter with a high of 113 degrees, well above average for this time of year. Las Vegas will also see hot conditions, reaching 106 degrees, contributing to a trend of elevated temperatures across the Southwest. In Southern California, Los Angeles will experience a more moderate high of 80 degrees, while further inland, Fresno and Bakersfield will both hit 96 degrees. San Diego remains cooler at 76 degrees, offering a respite from the heat.
A high-pressure system dominates the Southwest, bringing sunny skies and warm temperatures, with highs reaching into the upper 90s in Arizona. Coastal areas of Southern California will see fog and cooler temperatures in the morning, but expect them to clear by afternoon. A weak trough moving through Northern California will bring scattered showers, particularly over mountain regions, where motorists should expect slick conditions through Tuesday. As the trough exits, temperatures will normalize to seasonal averages.
The UV index for Los Angeles is extremely high at 11 on both Sunday and Monday, with potential sunburn occurring in just 11 minutes of direct exposure. Be extra cautious, applying broad-spectrum sunscreen and wearing protective clothing.