LA Experiences Unprecedented High Temperatures Just One Week After Severe Winter Weather.
In the wake of heavy downpours that resulted in floodwaters across areas in the city, Los Angeles is now seeing abnormally high conditions for the end of February.
All-Time High Readings
On Friday midday, the thermometer reached ninety-one degrees Fahrenheit in central LA, according to the National Weather Service. This breaks the prior high for this date, which was 31 degrees Celsius (88 Fahrenheit) and was set in 2025.
"Unusually high temperatures" were labeled on NWS maps for the region.
Safety Warnings
Forecasters stated that Friday's weather posed an "higher threat for heat illness" for people sensitive to heat. Their recommendations featured:
- Drinking plenty of fluids.
- Avoiding outdoor activities during the afternoon hours of the day.
- Never leaving anyone unattended in a hot car.
A Dramatic Reversal
This dramatic increase in temperature follows closely after a intense storm system that pummeled the area recently. That system delivered high winds, thunderstorms, and significant snowfall to the mountains, causing evacuation orders for many residents.
Sadly, the conditions also resulted in a massive avalanche in the Tahoe area, which claimed the lives of.
Forecast Ahead
Looking ahead some relief will arrive. Temperatures were expected to fall to around 61°F (16°C) in downtown LA by Friday night.
Several cities that reached 90°F were Burbank, Woodland Hills, and Long Beach. Meanwhile, Oxnard, Westwood, Camarillo, and Santa Maria were forecast to see the upper eighties.
In the coming days, central Los Angeles can expect weather in the 80s, with mid-70s temperatures likely for the week ahead.
