Los Angeles Weekend Forecast: Rain and Windy Conditions Ahead
Rain Chances and Conditions
Los Angeles’ weekend forecast includes a small chance of rain and increasingly powerful winds into early next week for parts of Southern California. Most areas will see a mix of sun and clouds on Saturday, with a slight chance of rain in mountain and foothill locations. Amounts won’t be significant, totalling less than a tenth of an inch of rain.
"It’s a very slim chance," said NBCLA meteorologist David Biggar. "Mainly for the area mountains with temperatures in the upper 40s and low 50s.
Wind Warning
"The main story, I think, because the chance of rain is so small, is actually going to be the wind that comes our way as we get into the afternoon and evening, and then into Sunday and Monday."
By 5 p.m. Saturday, wind gusts will build to 30 mph on the coast with strong gusts in desert and mountain communities. Winds will shift overnight and into Sunday morning, leaving Southern California with winds out of the north. Expect strong gusts south of the Cajon Pass through the Inland Empire, and in LA and Ventura counties.
"This is starting to turn into an offshore wind," Biggar said. "It looks like we’ll get our classic Santa Ana setup as we get into early Monday."
Fire Danger and Outlook
By Monday morning, winds will be confined to wind-prone areas with warmer temperatures and a rise in fire danger.
Conclusion
The weekend forecast for Los Angeles and surrounding areas includes a small chance of rain and powerful winds. While rain amounts are expected to be minimal, wind gusts will be a significant concern, especially in mountain and coastal areas. Residents are advised to be prepared for potential disruptions and take necessary precautions to ensure safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the chances of rain in Los Angeles this weekend?
A: A small chance, less than a tenth of an inch of rain in mountain and foothill locations.
Q: How strong will the winds be?
A: Wind gusts will reach 30 mph on the coast and 50 mph in desert and mountain communities.
Q: When will the winds be strongest?
A: By 5 p.m. Saturday, and then again on Sunday and Monday morning.
Q: What is the fire danger like?
A: Fire danger will rise on Monday morning, especially in wind-prone areas, with warmer temperatures.
