Catch up on the diverse weather dynamics across Los Angeles – from captivating clear skies to unexpected chilly evenings. Stay tuned and weather-ready!

Greetings, Angelenos! Amy Freeze here with the latest on your local weather. This week, Los Angeles expects a rollercoaster of temperatures and skies. From 102-degree highs in Phoenix to gentle 71-degree sunny days in San Diego, the range is thrilling. Notably, a low-pressure system brings shifts across the area, ensuring that whether you plan to hike or just chill at home, you’re informed and ready. Don’t forget to watch out for UV index changes. Stay safe and enjoy the weather!
The Southwest regional radar reveals a complex weather pattern. In northern California, rain showers are sweeping inland toward areas like Redding and Reno. The Sierra Nevada Mountains are experiencing mixed precipitation, with snow in higher elevations near Ely, creating a picturesque winter scene. Las Vegas and the southern desert areas, including Phoenix, remain under clear skies, offering sunny conditions for outdoor activities. Down on the coast, San Francisco may see isolated rain showers, while San Diego enjoys a dry and pleasant evening.
This evening in Los Angeles, expect cloudy skies with temperatures starting at 67 degrees at 9 PM, cooling to 61 degrees by 1 AM. Winds will be coming from the south, starting at 7 mph and easing to 4 mph as the night progresses. A mostly cloudy pattern will continue after 11 PM, offering a mild and calm evening atmosphere.
Tonight Las Vegas will see a low of 75 degrees, while Phoenix remains warmer at 76. Flagstaff is expected to drop to a cooler 46 degrees, a notable decrease compared to recent nights. In the southern California area, Los Angeles is forecasted to cool down to 60 degrees and San Diego will also sit at 60. San Francisco will have a low of 52 degrees, reflecting a brisk trend in the region.
Tomorrow in the Southwest, expect notably high temperatures, with many areas well above average. Las Vegas and Phoenix are both set to reach a sizzling 100 degrees. In Fresno and Bakersfield, highs will align at 93 degrees, while Los Angeles will see a milder 76 degrees. San Diego tops out at 71, providing a cooler escape near the coast.
A low-pressure system off the Pacific is driving significant weather shifts in the Southwest. Expect rain to continue across Northern California through to Nevada, while Southern California experiences scattered showers. Arizona will hold mostly sunny skies, apart from mountain areas where brief thundershowers could occur. By late Wednesday, these systems should clear, bringing dry and cooler conditions.
The UV index in Los Angeles will be moderate at 6 on Wednesday, with a burn time of about 23 minutes. On Thursday, it increases to a very high level of 10, bringing a quicker burn time of just 12 minutes.
For the 7 day outlook in Los Angeles: Wednesday: Mostly cloudy skies expected with a high of 68 degrees and a low of 59. Thursday: The skies clear up! Enjoy sunny conditions with a warm high of 71 degrees, cooling down to 60 at night. Friday: Partly cloudy conditions prevail, as temperatures reach a comfortable high of 76 degrees with a low of 62. Saturday: Expect mostly cloudy skies, with the day warming up nicely to 74 degrees and a low overnight of 64. Sunday: A bit cooler under mostly cloudy skies with a high of 72 degrees and a low of 61. Monday: Cool temperatures return with partly cloudy skies leading to a high of 66 degrees and a low of 58. Tuesday: Partly cloudy skies continue with temperatures peaking at 64 degrees and dipping to 58 overnight.