KTLA 5 Weather Forecast: Southern California - January 15, 2026

Current Weather Conditions

• ☀️ The region is experiencing sunny skies and clear conditions, with offshore flow pushing back expected morning clouds.
• 🌡️ Afternoon highs were well above average, with Culver City reaching 86 degrees and San Gabriel 87 degrees.
• 🥶 Current temperatures show cooler readings in some areas, like Corona at 48 degrees, indicating cold mornings ahead.

Humidity and Wind Factors

• 💨 Low relative humidity is a significant factor, leading to dry skin, chapped lips, and increased allergies.
• ⚠️ While gusty winds are present, there is no fire weather watch or red flag warning due to sufficient moisture in vegetation.
• 🌬️ An wind advisory may be issued for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday due to persistent northwesterly winds.

Marine Layer and Temperature Inversion

• ☁️ The marine layer is expected to be pushed back over the Pacific Ocean or dissipate due to strong offshore flow.
• 📈 A temperature inversion might lead to a deeper marine layer on Saturday morning, influenced by a strong ridge of high pressure.

Extended Forecast

• 🏞️ For the inland empire and valleys, expect temperatures in the low to mid-50s for mornings, with highs in the high 60s for the high desert on Friday and Sunday.
• 🏖️ Beaches will enjoy lovely days with morning clouds giving way to low 70s from Sunday through Wednesday.
• ☀️ Orange County is forecast for highs in the low 80s for the MLK three-day weekend, with partly cloudy conditions on Sunday.
• 🚶 For hiking, expect temperatures in the mid-50s during the day, with cooler overnight temperatures.