Sunny & Warm This Week—But Watch for Gusty Santa Ana Winds Friday

Hey neighbors! We’re looking at a beautiful stretch of dry weather ahead, but there’s a twist on Friday that deserves your attention.

Today (Thursday): Patchy Fog, Then Pleasant

Start your morning ready for some patchy fog, especially if you’re in the LA Basin or heading through the Salinas River Valley. Nothing serious—it should burn off by late morning. After that clears, expect partly sunny skies and a high near 73°F with light south-southwest winds. It’s a great day to run errands, hit the trails at Griffith or Runyon Canyon, or get outside for lunch. The high clouds might limit warming a bit through mid-afternoon, but overall, it’s classic spring weather.

If you’ve been meaning to mow the lawn or do yard work, today’s your day—light winds and no rain in sight.

Friday: Hotter, But Gusty Santa Ana Winds

Here’s where it gets interesting. Friday will be significantly warmer—we’re talking 82°F with plenty of sunshine. Sounds perfect, right? The catch: a cold system moving through the Great Basin will trigger Santa Ana winds that’ll peak mid-morning through mid-afternoon.

The National Weather Service is already tracking wind advisories for the foothills, Antelope Valley, and Santa Ana-prone areas. If you live in those zones or the mountains, expect gusts that could knock over unsecured items. This is also critical fire weather territory—low humidity + strong winds = elevated fire danger. Keep your gutters clear, bring in loose patio furniture, and stay vigilant if you’re in brush-prone areas.

For the coast and valleys, these offshore winds will create that warm, dry feel, but it’s a reminder to stay fire-aware through the weekend.

Weekend & Beyond

Friday night stays mostly clear and cool (low 53°F), with northeast winds continuing. Saturday looks fantastic—sunny and pleasant. Rain chances return early next week (Monday/Tuesday), but that’s still several days away.

Perfect for Tailgating & Games

If you’re heading to Angel Stadium this weekend for the Angels-Padres series, Friday’s warmth is ideal for baseball—bring sunscreen and a hat. The Santa Ana winds might make fly balls tricky, but it’ll be comfortable in the stands. A [[[folding canopy tent](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=folding+canopy+tent&tag=thedealdoppler-20)](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=folding+canopy+tent&tag=thedealdoppler-20)](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=folding+canopy+tent&tag=thedealdoppler-20) is smart for shade, and a [[[rolling cooler with wheels](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=rolling+cooler+with+wheels&tag=thedealdoppler-20)](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=rolling+cooler+with+wheels&tag=thedealdoppler-20)](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=rolling+cooler+with+wheels&tag=thedealdoppler-20) makes navigating the parking lot easier. [[[Get tickets on SeatGeek](https://seatgeek.com/search?search=Los+Angeles+Angels+tickets)](https://seatgeek.com/search?search=Los+Angeles+Angels+tickets)](https://seatgeek.com/search?search=Los+Angeles+Angels+tickets) or StubHub if you haven’t already, and grab some official Angels gear from Fanatics to show your support.

Sunday looks even better for outdoor activities—mostly clear and pleasant with lighter winds.

Dinner Idea

With warm afternoons and cool nights ahead, Thursday’s a perfect night for a simple grilled pasta with fresh vegetables—light enough for the season, and you can prep it quickly before evening fog rolls in.

Bottom line: Enjoy the sunshine and warmth, but respect Friday’s Santa Ana winds. Stay fire-safe, and we’ll have a beautiful weekend ahead.

Stay safe out there!