LA Experiences Unprecedented Heat Just One Week After Severe Winter Storm.
Following a week of significant rainfall that resulted in floodwaters across parts of the city, LA is now seeing unusually hot temperatures for this time of year.
Record-Shattering Heat
On Friday midday, the thermometer reached 33 degrees Celsius (91 Fahrenheit) in the city center, per data from meteorologists. This breaks the prior high for February 27th, which was 31 degrees Celsius (88 Fahrenheit) and was set in 2025.
"Very warm conditions" were noted on official graphics for the region.
Public Health Alerts
Forecasters stated that Friday's heat posed an "elevated risk for heat illness" for those at risk. Their advice suggested:
- Drinking plenty of fluids.
- Limiting outdoor activities during the afternoon hours of the day.
- Never leaving children or pets unattended in a hot car.
An Extreme Shift
This dramatic increase in heat arrives just after a massive winter storm that battered the area earlier in the week. That event unleashed thunderstorms, high winds, and heavy snow to higher elevations, causing evacuation orders for countless residents.
Sadly, the severe weather also caused a deadly avalanche in the Lake Tahoe area, which resulted in nine fatalities.
Weekend Outlook
Forecasters predict a cooldown is coming. Readings were expected to fall to around 61°F (16°C) in central Los Angeles by late Friday.
Additional areas that experienced ninety degrees included Burbank, Woodland Hills, and Long Beach. Meanwhile, Oxnard, Westwood, Camarillo, and Santa Maria were expected to see the high 80s.
Over Saturday and Sunday, downtown LA can see temperatures in the eighties, with a further cooldown likely for the following week.
