Southern California Experiences Historic High Temperatures Only One Week Following Severe Winter Storm.
In the wake of heavy downpours that caused flooding across parts of the city, LA is now confronting unusually warm weather for late February.
Record-Shattering Readings
On Friday midday, the thermometer soared to 91°F (33°C) in downtown Los Angeles, per data from weather officials. This breaks the prior high for this date, which was eighty-eight degrees Fahrenheit and was set in 2025.
"Exceptionally warm weather" were highlighted on official graphics for the region.
Safety Alerts
The weather service stated that Friday's conditions posed an "increased danger for heat illness" for people sensitive to heat. Their guidance suggested:
- Keeping well-hydrated.
- Avoiding outdoor activities during the afternoon hours of the day.
- Never leaving kids or animals unattended in a parked vehicle.
A Dramatic Weather Swing
This dramatic increase in heat comes on the heels of a massive storm system that struck the area last week. That event unleashed high winds, thunderstorms, and significant snowfall to mountainous regions, leading to flash flood warnings for countless residents.
Unfortunately, the storm also resulted in a massive avalanche in the Tahoe area, which left nine people dead from.
Temperatures Easing
Looking ahead some relief is expected. Readings were forecast to decrease to around sixty-one degrees Fahrenheit in the city by overnight.
Additional areas that reached ninety degrees included Burbank, Woodland Hills, and Long Beach. Additionally, Westwood, Camarillo, Santa Maria, and Oxnard were forecast to experience the upper eighties.
In the coming days, downtown LA can see weather in the 80s, with a further cooldown likely for the start of March.
