KTLA 5 Weather Forecast: Rain, Cold Front, and Atmospheric River for Southern California - November 19, 2025

Current Weather Conditions

• ☁️ Clear skies are contributing to chilly and brisk conditions, as cloud cover normally traps heat, but its absence allows energy to dissipate into the atmosphere.
• 🌡️ Current temperatures across LAX, Riverside, Palm Springs, and Chino are in the 40s.

Approaching Storm System

• 🌊 A significant weather system, including a cold front and an atmospheric river, is currently impacting Central and Northern California.
• 🌧️ This system is expected to bring widespread light to heavy rain to Southern California, with potential accumulations of half an inch to an inch and a half, possibly up to 2 inches near mountains.
• 🌬️ Periods of gusty winds, ranging from 30 to 40 miles per hour, are also anticipated.
• ❄️ Snow levels are expected to remain around 6500 feet.

Future Forecast

• ⛈️ A different model suggests more rain towards LA County by 10:30 AM, with heavier rain and a threat of thunderstorms.
• 🏔️ Snow is possible in the Ventura County and San Bernardino Mountains by 1:30 PM.
• 🌦️ Lingering showers are expected through Friday morning, with dry conditions by Friday and partly sunny skies for the weekend.
• 🏖️ Beach forecasts show lows in the low 60s for the next couple of days, warming to the upper 60s by Saturday and Sunday.
• 🏞️ The San Fernando Valley will experience wet and cold conditions on Thursday, with winds and a warming trend starting Friday.