LA Battles Record-Breaking High Temperatures Just One Week Following Severe Winter Storm.
Following a week of heavy downpours that resulted in floodwaters across areas in the city, Los Angeles is now confronting unusually high weather for this time of year.
Record-Shattering Heat
By Friday afternoon, the mercury climbed to ninety-one degrees Fahrenheit in central LA, per data from meteorologists. This exceeds the old record for this date, which was 31 degrees Celsius (88 Fahrenheit) and was established in 2025.
"Unusually high temperatures" were noted on forecast graphics for the region.
Public Health Warnings
Authorities cautioned that Friday's conditions posed an "elevated risk for heat illness" for vulnerable populations. Their guidance suggested:
- Staying hydrated.
- Avoiding outdoor activities during the peak heat of the day.
- Not leaving kids or animals unattended in a hot car.
An Extreme Weather Swing
This dramatic increase in heat comes on the heels of a massive storm system that struck the region recently. That event delivered high winds, thunderstorms, and significant snowfall to higher elevations, leading to evacuation orders for many residents.
Sadly, the storm also triggered a massive avalanche in the Tahoe area, which resulted in nine fatalities.
Weekend Outlook
Forecasters predict a cooldown will arrive. The heat were expected to drop to around 16 degrees Celsius (61 Fahrenheit) in central Los Angeles by Friday night.
Additional areas that reached the 90-degree mark were Burbank, Woodland Hills, and Long Beach. Additionally, Oxnard, Westwood, Camarillo, and Santa Maria were forecast to reach the upper eighties.
For the weekend, central LA can expect readings in the eighties, with cooler weather likely for the start of March.
