KTLA 5 Weather Forecast: Warm-Up, Potential Mid-Month Rain, and Mountain Snow

Current Weather and Air Quality

• ☀️ This week, Southern California is experiencing temperatures well above average, with a significant warm-up expected.
• ⚠️ An air quality alert is in effect due to pollutants, though air quality is moderate and slightly better in coastal and foothill areas.

Upcoming Temperature Trends

• 📈 Temperatures are predicted to be 10-15 degrees above average for most of the week, potentially reaching record territory by Wednesday.
• 🌡️ A slight pullback in temperatures is expected today, but they will quickly rise again through Thursday and the weekend.
• ❄️ Temperatures are expected to cool down next week, dropping below average by Monday.

Mid-Month Rain and Mountain Snow Potential

• 🌧️ A chance of rain is anticipated around the middle of the month, specifically starting a week from Wednesday.
• 🏔️ This system is expected to bring cooler temperatures, with a high of only 59 degrees, and significant snow to mountain communities.
• 🌨️ Some mountain areas could potentially receive up to 10 inches of snow, which is described as a welcome sight.
• 🗓️ The timing for this potential rain and snow event is estimated to be around the Presidents' Day weekend.