Southern California continues to experience showers and cool weather, but a warmer climate is anticipated in the future.
Ready for some news, pal? Here's a lowdown on what's happening weather-wise in Southern California.
If you've had it up to here with the chilly vibes, buckle up! This week's forecast promises a shift from the cold weather, as per Ryan Kittell, a meteorologist from the National Weather Service in Oxnard. The upcoming days will indeed be a change of pace.
A high-pressure system is brewing over the region, and by midweek, any rain chances will be a thing of the past, according to Kittell. And the mercury's gonna soar! By the end of the week, we're looking at temps reaching 80s to low 90s! That's right, Thursday through Sunday, we're talking warmth.
These highs will be around 5 to 10 degrees above average for this time of year, making a sharp contrast from the beginning of the week, when temps are forecast to be several degrees below average.
In Los Angeles County, temps Monday and Tuesday will be in the mid-60s to low 70s. The wet and chilly weekend earlier this month brought some much-needed rainfall, plus some snow in the Southland.
Rainfall was highest in the Inland Empire, where up to 2 inches of rain drenched the foothills and valleys. Meanwhile, the National Weather Service recorded 1.57 inches in Cal State San Bernardino, over an inch in Yucaipa, and around half an inch in Riverside Airport.
San Diego and Orange counties' valleys saw a quarter-inch to three-quarters of an inch of rain. Yet, most of L.A. County saw less than half an inch, with Lancaster and Sandberg reporting about a tenth of an inch on Sunday, data shows.
Rainfall in the mountains was slightly higher, and some of the highest peaks turned white from the snow. Peaks in San Bernardino and Riverside counties' mountains saw about an inch of snow, even on Mt. San Jacinto and the highest points of Big Bear.
Light rain and drizzle are expected with the onset of the marine layer, mainly affecting coastal areas and the San Gabriel Mountains. The weather forecast suggests some showery periods in late April and early May, with potential showers returning around May 10-15 and again on May 24-26.
So, while Southern California transitions to cooler and potentially wetter conditions, the region still wrestles with severe drought, especially in the deserts and South Coast. Stay tuned for more updates!
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In the upcoming days, temperatures in Los Angeles County will rise significantly, with highs reaching the 80s and low 90s, according to a weather forecast by the National Weather Service in Oxnard. Despite the warming trend, Southern California still grapples with a severe drought, particularly in the deserts and South Coast, making it crucial to conserve water. On a separate note, there are ongoing concerns in California, including a declared Hepatitis A outbreak in L.A. County, a suspension of top LAFD union officers due to questionable credit card spending, and the importance of safe driving, ensuring driver's licenses are valid.
