Los Angeles is starting Saturday, June 20, with a touch of June Gloom drama — patchy drizzle is possible through the early morning hours — but the National Weather Service says skies clear to mostly sunny by around 11 AM PT, with an afternoon high near 75°F. If you had outdoor plans, hold tight: the second half of the day looks excellent.
Today’s Setup
That marine layer is sitting unusually deep this morning — the NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard office puts the inversion in the 2,000–2,500-foot range — which is why drizzle is popping up in spots before 11 AM. Confidence in exactly where and how much drizzle falls is low to moderate, per NWS forecasters, so conditions will vary across microclimates. If you’re planning a morning hike at Griffith Park or Runyon Canyon, toss a compact travel umbrella or packable rain jacket in your bag just in case. South-southwest winds stay gentle at 0–10 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph possible this afternoon.
Best Window To Be Outside
Aim for noon onward. Once that drizzle clears, expect a genuinely pleasant afternoon across the metro — Valley neighborhoods, the coast, and downtown alike. Temperatures near 75°F with mostly sunny skies is about as good as mid-June gets in LA. A Saturday evening at Santa Monica or Venice Beach looks ideal.
Gameday and Events Weather
Tonight is a big one at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium — the Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Baltimore Orioles (June 20) is also the Shaquille O’Neal Bobblehead giveaway night. Evening conditions will be dry and comfortable, perfect for baseball under the lights. Deck out in your Los Angeles Dodgers jersey and Los Angeles Dodgers fitted cap. Still need seats? Find tickets on StubHub or Get tickets on SeatGeek.
Also tonight in Inglewood: the Ariana Grande - The Eternal Sunshine Tour hits the Kia Forum. Skies will be clear and dry well before showtime — no weather worries at all. An Ariana Grande t-shirt is perfect for the occasion. Get tickets on SeatGeek if you’re still hunting for a spot.
Next Few Days
Sunday looks just as pleasant — mostly sunny with a high near 76°F and essentially zero rain chance. Then a notable warming trend kicks in Monday as a ridge of high pressure builds over the desert Southwest. Coastal areas push into the 70s while the San Fernando Valley and other inland spots could hit the 80s and 90s by Wednesday. The NWS also flags a push of moisture midweek that could bring at least a low chance of rain around Wednesday — worth keeping an eye on as the week develops. Check the Los Angeles weather forecast for updates, and browse outdoor gear deals if you want to gear up before the heat arrives.
What’s For Dinner
A cool, drizzly morning is prime slow-cooker territory. Load up a programmable slow cooker with chili or beef stew before heading out, and come home to dinner already done. Prefer stovetop? An enameled cast iron Dutch oven is perfect for a hearty pot of soup on a cool June evening. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered to your door.
