LA Experiences Record-Breaking High Temperatures Only Days Following Severe Winter Storm.
In the wake of heavy downpours that resulted in floodwaters across parts of the city, the City of Angels is now grappling with abnormally hot conditions for the end of February.
Record-Shattering Temperatures
By Friday afternoon, the temperature reached 91°F (33°C) in the city center, per data from the National Weather Service. This exceeds the old record for this date, which was 88°F (31°C) and was set in 2025.
"Unusually high temperatures" were labeled on forecast maps for the region.
Safety Warnings
Forecasters stated that Friday's heat posed an "increased danger for heat illness" for vulnerable populations. Their advice suggested:
- Keeping well-hydrated.
- Avoiding outdoor activities during the afternoon hours of the day.
- Never leaving children or pets unattended in a parked vehicle.
An Extreme Shift
This sudden spike in mercury arrives just after a massive storm system that pummeled the state last week. That event delivered high winds, thunderstorms, and significant snowfall to mountainous regions, leading to flash flood warnings for many residents.
Sadly, the conditions also triggered a large avalanche in the Tahoe area, which left nine people dead from.
Temperatures Easing
The outlook suggests a cooldown is expected. Readings were predicted to drop to around 16 degrees Celsius (61 Fahrenheit) in central Los Angeles by Friday night.
Other locales that reached ninety degrees featured Woodland Hills, Long Beach, and Burbank. Elsewhere, Oxnard, Westwood, Camarillo, and Santa Maria were expected to experience the high 80s.
In the coming days, downtown Los Angeles can expect temperatures in the 80s, with mid-70s temperatures on tap for the week ahead.
