Southern California Weather: Rain, Gusty Winds, and Below-Normal Temperatures This Week

Early Week Weather Conditions

• 🌧️ Light to moderate rain is expected to continue throughout the day and into the afternoon across Southern California.
• 💧 While not a heavy downpour, scattered showers are making their way through the region, with a modified sprinkle possible.

Wind Advisories and Warnings

• 💨 Wind advisories and high wind warnings are in effect starting at 8 AM this morning and will continue through early Wednesday morning.
• ⚠️ These warnings are primarily for interior areas, including the high desert and mountain locations, with gusts expected to reach 30 to 40 miles per hour.
• 🌬️ Even the LA Basin and coastal areas will experience winds of 20 to 30 miles per hour, with stronger gusts up to 40-50 mph expected by Tuesday afternoon.

Temperature Outlook

• 🌡️ Temperatures are currently running a few degrees below normal, with highs in the low 60s for most of the LA area.
• 📉 This trend of below-normal temperatures is expected to persist through at least the weekend.

Extended Forecast

• 🌦️ The unsettled weather and chances of rain are expected to continue for the rest of the week.
• 📈 A warming trend is anticipated just in time for the weekend, leading to more pleasant conditions after several rounds of rain.
• 🌧️ Additional shower chances are possible in the Inland Empire on Thursday and potentially early Friday.