This week in Los Angeles, brace for a weather roller-coaster! From sunny highs of 82 degrees to rainy, cool evenings, meteorologist Amy Freeze guides you through what to expect.

The atmosphere in Los Angeles is as varied as its landscape this week. Meteorologist Amy Freeze reports on a week that will bring everything from clear, sunny mornings to unexpected showers. Understand the impact of the Southwest’s high pressure and how it affects city temperatures and precipitation patterns. Gain insights on daily temperature fluctuations and prepare for outdoor activities with safety tips regarding the high UV index. Whether you’re in Los Angeles or traveling through the Southwest, stay ahead of the weather with Amy’s expert forecasts.
Across the Southwest region, the radar reveals a mostly quiet weather pattern for California’s coastal and central areas. San Francisco and Los Angeles are currently under clear conditions, enjoying a break from any precipitation. Towards the north, Redding is seeing some scattered rain showers. Meanwhile, in the Sierra Nevada, to the east of Redding and Fresno, the higher elevations are encountering light snow showers, adding a touch of winter in the air. As we move into Nevada, Reno remains dry. To the east, Flagstaff is experiencing some light rain showers, bringing a bit of moisture to the region, while Cedar City is under partly cloudy skies. Las Vegas and Phoenix continue to enjoy dry weather, with no precipitation in sight.
Tomorrow morning in Los Angeles, expect a calm start with partly cloudy skies transitioning to clear conditions as the morning progresses. Temperatures will begin at 55 degrees around 7 AM, cooling slightly to 54 degrees by 9 AM, then warming to 64 degrees by 11 AM as sunshine emerges.
For tomorrow’s high temperatures in the Southwest region, we are expecting notable warmth across several key cities. Phoenix will experience a scorching high of 94 degrees, well above average for this time of year. Over in Las Vegas, temperatures will peak at 87 degrees. Bakersfield comes in hot at 86 degrees, while Fresno reaches 83 degrees. Los Angeles enjoys a comfortable 82 degrees, San Diego will be slightly cooler at 76 degrees. To the north, Reno will see a pleasant high of 75 degrees. A ridge of high pressure is influencing these temperatures, leading to a warm and dry spell across the Southwest.
“Expect periods of rain for the Southwest tomorrow, with the heaviest precipitation focusing on coastal areas of Southern California, including Los Angeles and San Diego. Watch for slick road conditions and localized flooding, especially over mountain passes. Farther inland, conditions will remain mostly dry and breezy through Arizona, with temperatures staying mild. More showers are anticipated in Northern California, with another wave of heavy rain arriving late in the day. Stay alert for weather updates as this active weather pattern persists.”
The UV index in Los Angeles will be a high of 7 on both Sunday and Monday. This level indicates a potential burn time of around 20 minutes in direct sunlight. Remember to wear sunscreen and protective clothing if you plan to be outdoors during peak sun hours!
For the 7 day forecast in Los Angeles: Sunday: Mostly clear skies with a high of 72 degrees and a low of 55 degrees. Monday: Partly cloudy with temperatures peaking at 67 degrees and a low of 54. Tuesday: Overcast conditions bring a high of 63 degrees and a nighttime low of 54. Wednesday: Mostly cloudy with a high of 63 degrees, cooling to 53 degrees at night. Thursday: Partly cloudy skies offer a high of 64 degrees and a low of 50. Friday: Partly sunny, reaching 65 degrees during the day and cooling to 51 at night. Saturday: Mostly cloudy with the high topping out at 63 degrees and the low at 53.