Southern California Experiences Historic Heat Only One Week After Severe Winter Weather.
After enduring heavy downpours that resulted in floodwaters across areas in the city, Los Angeles is now seeing unseasonably warm temperatures for this time of year.
All-Time High Heat
By Friday afternoon, the temperature reached 91°F (33°C) in the city center, according to weather officials. This breaks the previous daily record for February 27th, which was 31 degrees Celsius (88 Fahrenheit) and was recorded just last year.
"Exceptionally warm weather" were noted on official graphics for the region.
Safety Warnings
Authorities cautioned that Friday's weather posed an "elevated risk for heat illness" for vulnerable populations. Their advice suggested:
- Staying hydrated.
- Avoiding outdoor activities during the afternoon hours of the day.
- Never leaving kids or animals unattended in a parked vehicle.
A Sharp Weather Swing
This dramatic increase in heat arrives just after a powerful winter storm that pummeled the state earlier in the week. That storm unleashed high winds, thunderstorms, and significant snowfall to mountainous regions, causing mudslide risks for many residents.
Sadly, the conditions also resulted in a large avalanche in the Lake Tahoe area, which resulted in nine fatalities.
Weekend Outlook
Looking ahead cooler conditions will arrive. Temperatures were forecast to fall to around 16 degrees Celsius (61 Fahrenheit) in downtown LA by Friday night.
Additional areas that reached 90°F were Long Beach, Burbank, and Woodland Hills. Additionally, Oxnard, Westwood, Camarillo, and Santa Maria were projected to see the high 80s.
For the weekend, downtown Los Angeles can expect temperatures in the eighties, with mid-70s temperatures likely for the week ahead.
