SoCal Weekend Weather: Rain, Thunderstorms, and Cooler Temperatures

Weekend Weather Outlook

• 🌧️ SoCal residents can expect a wet and cool weekend, marking the last weekend of September.
• 💡 Many areas experienced drizzle and scattered storms on Saturday morning, accompanied by cooler temperatures that are forecast to persist.

Precipitation and Thunderstorm Risk

• ⚡ While some areas saw heavier rain and lightning strikes, widespread thunderstorms are possible, particularly for interior deserts, mountains, and areas like Santa Clarita.
• ⚠️ The risk of showers and thunderstorms is most likely for these interior regions throughout the afternoon.
• 🌫️ Fog and drizzle are present in coastal areas like Santa Monica, with drizzle also likely on Sunday morning.

Temperature and Wind Forecast

• 🌡️ Current temperatures range from 67°F at LAX to 37°F in Big Bear, with cooler temperatures expected to continue.
• 💨 Moderate winds are anticipated inland, with gusts around 20-25 mph in Orange County and coastal areas, picking up again on Sunday afternoon.
• 📉 Temperatures will remain below average for much of the week, with a return to normal expected by Friday for some regions.

Extended Forecast

• ☀️ Monday is expected to be mostly sunny, but temperatures will hover below average through Thursday.
• 🌦️ Showers and thunderstorms are likely for the mountains and San Gabriel Valley this afternoon, with drizzle probable again tomorrow morning.
• 📈 Inland Ventura County will see mid-70s for the next several days with morning drizzle and a chance of showers later.