Experience a blend of warmth and cool breezes in Los Angeles this week. With highs touching 78 and lows near 52, find out what the weather has in store for you!

Los Angeles offers a mix of partly cloudy skies and rising temperatures this afternoon. Followed by cooler evenings, the city’s weather remains dynamic and variable. Showers from Redding to San Francisco underscore the region’s need for moisture, while the interior areas like Phoenix heat up. As we look ahead, brace for the sunny spells and occasional thunderstorms, particularly noticeable in New Mexico. With UV levels peaking, it’s crucial to stay protected outdoors. Showers are prevalent along the California coastline from Redding to San Francisco, providing some relief from recent dryness. Expect strong winds along the coast, adding a blustery feel to the day. Phoenix and Flagstaff are seeing scattered precipitation, with light rain likely in these areas along with cool temperatures. Ely and areas towards Cedar City are experiencing light rain showers, moving northeastward.
In Los Angeles this afternoon, temperatures rise to 75 degrees by 4 PM, peaking at 76 degrees by 6 PM with mostly sunny skies. Wind conditions are mild, coming from the south-southwest at 7 to 8 miles per hour. As the evening sets in, temperatures gently decrease to 74 degrees by 8 PM under clear, sunny skies.
In the Southwest today, temperatures are heating up significantly. Las Vegas is sizzling with a high of 105 degrees, while Phoenix registers a warm 95. Meanwhile, Los Angeles will experience a more moderate day at 78 degrees, contrasting sharply with the hotter inland cities. Bakersfield is not far behind Las Vegas at 99 degrees, and Fresno also sees a toasty high of 98. Flagstaff offers some relief with cooler temperatures hitting 75 degrees, making it a pleasant escape from the heat.
Tonight, Los Angeles will cool down to 63 degrees, while San Diego will see a low of 66. Expect slightly colder temperatures in Las Vegas at 58 degrees and Fresno dropping to 67. Flagstaff is expected to be the coldest in the region at 52 degrees, signaling a notable shift in the air patterns.
Tomorrow in the Southwest, high temperatures will soar significantly. Phoenix is set to reach a blistering 100 degrees, while Las Vegas will see a high around 95 degrees. Bakersfield isn’t far behind, expecting a high of 99 degrees, pushing above the seasonal average. Fresno will also be warm, with temperatures hitting 98 degrees. In contrast, San Francisco will remain cooler at 66 degrees, a notable deviation from the surrounding areas.
For tomorrow in the Southwest, anticipate a mostly sunny day across Arizona and Nevada with scattered clouds moving through. Temperatures will rise to the mid-90s in Phoenix and Las Vegas, typical for this summer period. New Mexico will experience isolated afternoon thunderstorms, particularly in Albuquerque, where localized heavy rain could cause flash flooding. Keep an eye on these storms as they could bring gusty winds and brief downpours. The weather remains dry and warm as you head into Southern California, where a ridge of high pressure dominates, suppressing any potential rainfall.
Expect very high UV levels in Los Angeles both today and tomorrow, with the index hitting 11. This extreme rating means a burn time of just about 11 minutes!