Southern California Faces Historic Heat Just One Week After Major Winter Storm.
After enduring torrential rains that led to inundation across areas in the city, the City of Angels is now confronting unseasonably warm conditions for this time of year.
Record-Shattering Temperatures
By Friday afternoon, the thermometer climbed to 33 degrees Celsius (91 Fahrenheit) in downtown Los Angeles, according to the National Weather Service. This easily surpasses the prior high for February 27th, which was 31 degrees Celsius (88 Fahrenheit) and was set in 2025.
"Unusually high temperatures" were labeled on forecast maps for the region.
Safety Alerts
Forecasters stated that Friday's weather posed an "increased danger for heat illness" for people sensitive to heat. Their guidance suggested:
- Keeping well-hydrated.
- Reducing outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day.
- Never leaving children or pets unattended in a car.
A Dramatic Reversal
This sudden spike in heat follows closely after a massive winter storm that pummeled the state last week. That system brought heavy snow, strong winds, and thunderstorms to the mountains, leading to flash flood warnings for millions residents.
Sadly, the severe weather also triggered a deadly avalanche in the Tahoe area, which resulted in nine fatalities.
Weekend Outlook
Forecasters predict cooler conditions is expected. Temperatures were expected to drop to around 61°F (16°C) in downtown LA by late Friday.
Other locales that reached 90°F included Long Beach, Burbank, and Woodland Hills. Meanwhile, Oxnard, Westwood, Camarillo, and Santa Maria were expected to experience the high eighties.
In the coming days, central LA can expect temperatures in the 80s, with cooler weather on tap for the start of March.
