Southern California Experiences Historic High Temperatures Only One Week After Major Winter Storm.
After enduring significant rainfall that resulted in floodwaters across parts of the city, Los Angeles is now confronting unusually high conditions for late February.
Record-Shattering Temperatures
By Friday afternoon, the thermometer soared to 91°F (33°C) in the city center, according to the National Weather Service. This easily surpasses the prior high for this date, which was eighty-eight degrees Fahrenheit and was recorded in 2025.
"Very warm conditions" were highlighted on NWS charts for the region.
Safety Warnings
Forecasters cautioned that Friday's conditions posed an "higher threat for heat illness" for people sensitive to heat. Their recommendations suggested:
- Keeping well-hydrated.
- Avoiding outdoor activities during the afternoon hours of the day.
- Ensuring you do not leave anyone unattended in a car.
An Extreme Weather Swing
This sharp rise in heat comes on the heels of a powerful winter storm that struck the state last week. That system brought high winds, thunderstorms, and significant snowfall to the mountains, causing flash flood warnings for countless residents.
Tragically, the storm also resulted in a massive avalanche in the Lake Tahoe area, which left nine people dead from.
Temperatures Easing
Forecasters predict some relief is expected. The heat were expected to fall to around 61°F (16°C) in the city by late Friday.
Additional areas that experienced ninety degrees were Woodland Hills, Long Beach, and Burbank. Additionally, Westwood, Camarillo, Santa Maria, and Oxnard were expected to see the high eighties.
In the coming days, downtown Los Angeles can anticipate weather in the eighties, with cooler weather expected for the following week.