Southern California Battles Record-Breaking High Temperatures Just Days Following Major Winter Storm.
In the wake of heavy downpours that caused flooding across areas in the city, Los Angeles is now grappling with unseasonably hot conditions for late February.
Record-Setting Temperatures
On Friday midday, the temperature soared to 91°F (33°C) in the city center, per data from weather officials. This exceeds the old record for February 27th, which was eighty-eight degrees Fahrenheit and was recorded in 2025.
"Very warm conditions" were labeled on official charts for the region.
Safety Advisories
Forecasters issued a warning that Friday's weather posed an "higher threat for heat illness" for vulnerable populations. Their advice suggested:
- Drinking plenty of fluids.
- Limiting outdoor activities during the afternoon hours of the day.
- Never leaving kids or animals unattended in a car.
A Dramatic Shift
This sharp rise in temperature comes on the heels of a intense storm system that pummeled the region earlier in the week. That event unleashed high winds, thunderstorms, and significant snowfall to higher elevations, leading to evacuation orders for countless residents.
Sadly, the storm also triggered a deadly avalanche in the Tahoe area, which resulted in nine fatalities.
Forecast Ahead
Looking ahead cooler conditions is coming. Readings were predicted to fall to around 16 degrees Celsius (61 Fahrenheit) in central Los Angeles by Friday night.
Additional areas that reached 90°F included Woodland Hills, Long Beach, and Burbank. Meanwhile, Santa Maria, Oxnard, Camarillo, and Westwood were expected to reach the upper eighties.
For the weekend, central Los Angeles can see readings in the 80s, with mid-70s temperatures on tap for the following week.
