This week in Los Angeles, enjoy mostly clear skies with daytime highs comfortably ranging from 69 to 80 degrees. Ideal for outdoor fun!

This week, Los Angeles and the Southwest are seeing varied weather patterns, from clear sunny days to mild evenings. Dive deep into the forecast as temperatures vary dramatically across the region, and learn how to best enjoy your days under the sun or plan for cool evenings. Detailed insights on daily weather trends, UV index warnings, and regional temperatures will help you stay prepared. Clouds are impacting areas from Ely to Cedar City, while overcast conditions extend southeast towards Flagstaff. San Francisco and Los Angeles remain dry, with clear conditions prevailing along much of the California coast. Phoenix is currently experiencing light rain, and clouds are building across the Arizona deserts. The Silver State, especially around the Las Vegas area, shows little-to-no precipitation on the radar.
This afternoon in Los Angeles, temperatures will climb to 74 degrees by 4 PM with mostly sunny skies and a light breeze from the south-southwest at 7 miles per hour. By 6 PM, the temperature rises slightly to 75 degrees under mostly sunny conditions, with winds picking up to 8 miles per hour. As we reach 8 PM, expect clear skies with temperatures easing down to 73 degrees, while the gentle breeze continues.
In the Southwest today, we’re seeing some significant heat. Phoenix is sizzling with a high of 106 degrees, while Las Vegas will reach a much warmer 95. Over in Bakersfield, expect a toasty high of 103 degrees. San Diego remains relatively moderate at 77, contrasting sharply with the higher temperatures inland. Cedar City hits a pleasant 83 degrees.
Tonight expect a chilly 50 degrees in Flagstaff, while Ely will see a low of 51. Las Vegas remains relatively warm at 60, but Los Angeles cools down to 61 degrees. Phoenix will wrap up the night at 84.
Tomorrow in Phoenix, expect a high of 101 degrees, continuing a trend of above-average temperatures. Las Vegas will reach 100 degrees, showcasing the typical summer heat for the region. Bakersfield is set to soar to 104 degrees, slightly above seasonal norms. Los Angeles will enjoy a more moderate high of 78 degrees. San Diego will be cooler at 75 degrees, providing a respite from the intense heat inland.
A high-pressure system centered over the Southwest maintains warm and sunny conditions, with temperatures climbing into the upper 90s for most areas. Isolated storms are possible over central Arizona, but severe weather is unlikely. Expect a light breeze, providing some relief from the heat. Dry conditions persist across Southern California, though watch for localized gusty winds near the mountain passes. The pleasant weather continues into the next day, promoting ideal conditions for outdoor activities.
For Los Angeles, the UV index is extremely high at 11 on Wednesday, indicating a very quick burn time of just 11 minutes under direct sunlight. This intense UV exposure continues into Thursday.