Los Angeles Faces Unprecedented High Temperatures Just One Week Following Major Winter Weather.
Following a week of significant rainfall that led to inundation across parts of the city, the City of Angels is now confronting abnormally hot temperatures for late February.
Record-Shattering Temperatures
By Friday afternoon, the mercury climbed to 91°F (33°C) in central LA, per data from the National Weather Service. This exceeds the prior high for this date, which was 88°F (31°C) and was recorded in 2025.
"Very warm conditions" were highlighted on official maps for the region.
Safety Advisories
Forecasters cautioned that Friday's weather posed an "higher threat for heat illness" for vulnerable populations. Their advice featured:
- Drinking plenty of fluids.
- Reducing outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day.
- Not leaving anyone unattended in a hot car.
A Sharp Shift
This dramatic increase in temperature follows closely after a massive storm system that pummeled the state last week. That system delivered thunderstorms, high winds, and heavy snow to the mountains, leading to evacuation orders for countless residents.
Tragically, the conditions also triggered a large avalanche in the Lake Tahoe area, which left nine people dead from.
Temperatures Easing
Forecasters predict cooler conditions is expected. The heat were forecast to fall to around sixty-one degrees Fahrenheit in central Los Angeles by Friday night.
Several cities that reached 90°F were Burbank, Woodland Hills, and Long Beach. Additionally, Oxnard, Westwood, Camarillo, and Santa Maria were projected to reach the high 80s.
Over Saturday and Sunday, downtown Los Angeles can anticipate temperatures in the 80s, with cooler weather expected for the following week.
