LA Faces Record-Breaking Heat Just Days Following Severe Winter Storm.
After enduring significant rainfall that led to inundation across sections of the city, Los Angeles is now seeing abnormally warm temperatures for late February.
Record-Setting Heat
By Friday afternoon, the temperature climbed to 91°F (33°C) in central LA, per data from meteorologists. This easily surpasses the prior high for this date, which was 88°F (31°C) and was recorded in 2025.
"Unusually high temperatures" were noted on forecast graphics for the region.
Public Health Warnings
Forecasters stated that Friday's heat posed an "higher threat for heat illness" for those at risk. Their recommendations suggested:
- Keeping well-hydrated.
- Limiting outdoor activities during the peak heat of the day.
- Not leaving children or pets unattended in a car.
An Extreme Shift
This dramatic increase in temperature comes on the heels of a intense winter storm that battered the state earlier in the week. That event unleashed thunderstorms, high winds, and heavy snow to mountainous regions, causing flash flood warnings for millions residents.
Unfortunately, the storm also resulted in a massive avalanche in the Tahoe area, which left nine people dead from.
Temperatures Easing
The outlook suggests some relief is expected. The heat were forecast to decrease to around 61°F (16°C) in downtown LA by Friday night.
Several cities that hit ninety degrees were Long Beach, Burbank, and Woodland Hills. Meanwhile, Westwood, Camarillo, Santa Maria, and Oxnard were expected to experience the high 80s.
Over Saturday and Sunday, central LA can expect readings in the eighties, with mid-70s temperatures on tap for the week ahead.
