Los Angeles Battles Record-Breaking Heat Just One Week After Major Winter Weather.
In the wake of significant rainfall that caused flooding across parts of the city, Los Angeles is now confronting unseasonably hot weather for late February.
All-Time High Heat
On Friday midday, the temperature soared to 33 degrees Celsius (91 Fahrenheit) in the city center, per data from weather officials. This easily surpasses the prior high for February 27th, which was 31 degrees Celsius (88 Fahrenheit) and was recorded in 2025.
"Unusually high temperatures" were labeled on NWS maps for the region.
Public Health Advisories
Forecasters stated that Friday's conditions posed an "elevated risk for heat illness" for people sensitive to heat. Their recommendations suggested:
- Staying hydrated.
- Avoiding outdoor activities during the peak heat of the day.
- Ensuring you do not leave children or pets unattended in a hot car.
A Dramatic Weather Swing
This dramatic increase in mercury follows closely after a intense winter storm that pummeled the area recently. That storm brought thunderstorms, high winds, and heavy snow to mountainous regions, triggering mudslide risks for many residents.
Sadly, the storm also resulted in a massive avalanche in the Tahoe area, which resulted in nine fatalities.
Forecast Ahead
Looking ahead some relief is coming. Readings were predicted to decrease to around 61°F (16°C) in downtown LA by overnight.
Additional areas that hit the 90-degree mark were Burbank, Woodland Hills, and Long Beach. Additionally, Santa Maria, Oxnard, Camarillo, and Westwood were projected to see the high eighties.
Over Saturday and Sunday, downtown Los Angeles can anticipate readings in the 80s, with cooler weather expected for the week ahead.
