Southern California Weather: Brief Cool Down Before Weekend Warm-Up

Current Conditions and Wind Advisory

• ☀️ The current weather in Southern California features warm temperatures, with readings like 80 in Santa Monica and 82 in Fullerton.
• 💨 Santa Ana winds are diminishing, leading to the end of the wind advisory, with gusts now isolated to areas like the Santa Clarita Valley.
• 🌬️ These relaxing winds are contributing to improved air quality throughout much of Southern California.

Cooling Trend and Onshore Flow

• ☁️ A brief cooling trend is expected as the workweek concludes, driven by an onshore flow.
• 🌊 High surf is present along west and southwest-facing beaches, with waves ranging from 3-8 feet.
• 🌡️ Tomorrow, Friday, will bring mild daytime highs due to this onshore flow.

Weekend Warm-Up and Midweek Moisture

• ☀️ The weekend forecast indicates a return to warmer weather, with another Santa Ana wind event expected.
• 📈 Temperatures are predicted to rise, with downtown Los Angeles potentially reaching 80 by Sunday.
• 🌧️ Looking ahead to next Tuesday and Wednesday, there is a chance for light precipitation, accompanied by high and mid-level clouds.

Regional Temperature Outlook

• 📍 Inland Empire areas like Riverside and San Bernardino County will also experience the weekend warm-up.
• 📉 Temperatures will cool down again by Monday, returning to mild conditions on Tuesday and Wednesday.
• ☁️ Midweek will see increased cloud cover, with a possibility of light rain, though current forecasts remain dry.