SoCal Warming Trend Begins as Major Winter Storm Hits Rest of US

National Winter Storm Impact

• ❄️ A significant winter storm is impacting roughly two-thirds of the U.S. this weekend, bringing heavy snow to many regions.
• 🥶 Temperatures are extremely low across the country, with cities like Oklahoma City at 8 degrees, Dallas at 17, and Chicago at 13 degrees Fahrenheit.
• 🌨️ The storm is characterized by snow in many areas, with some locations experiencing a rain-snow mix, particularly near Washington D.C.

Southern California Weather Outlook

• ☀️ In contrast to the rest of the U.S., Southern California is beginning to experience a slow warming trend.
• ☁️ While clear skies were present at the start of the day, cloud cover is increasing, with more significant clearing expected by Monday afternoon.
• 🌡️ Temperatures in SoCal are currently near or slightly below average, with highs expected in the 60s and 70s across various areas like Long Beach, Santa Clarita, and Corona.

Upcoming Week's Forecast for SoCal

• 📈 Temperatures are predicted to rise above average for the LA Basin by Sunday, reaching the 70s.
• ⬆️ Inland Empire and San Fernando Valley will see temperatures climb into the upper 70s by Friday and Saturday, about 10 degrees above average.
• 🌊 Coastal areas will see temperatures return to slightly above average by Friday and Saturday after a few days near normal.