Los Angeles is in for a beautiful Thursday, with temperatures topping out near 74°F under mostly sunny skies — ideal conditions for hitting Griffith Park, the beach, or any of the packed slate of events happening around the city this week and weekend.
Today’s Setup
A weak ridge of high pressure is keeping things calm and pleasant through Friday, according to the National Weather Service. Morning clouds may linger along the coast and in the valleys — the marine layer inversion has weakened, so coverage should be patchy — but skies clear out nicely by mid-morning. Afternoon highs reach near 74°F with light south winds at 5 to 10 mph. Overnight lows fall to around 56°F under mostly cloudy skies. Check the full Los Angeles weather forecast for hourly updates.
Best Window To Be Outside
Midmorning through late afternoon is your sweet spot. Runyon Canyon, the Silver Lake Reservoir loop, and Santa Monica Pier all look terrific today. Golf courses in the Valley should be playing beautifully — browse our outdoor gear deals if you need to stock up before heading out.
Allergy Alert
May pollen is very real in LA, and today’s light winds mean it’s not going anywhere fast. Allergy sufferers should keep an allergy relief nasal spray handy and consider running a HEPA air purifier at home to filter out seasonal allergens. If you’re spending long stretches outdoors near parks or open hillsides, a pollen count face mask adds a helpful layer of protection.
Dodgers, Ducks & Weekend Events
The Los Angeles Dodgers host the San Francisco Giants at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium on Friday, May 15 — and with highs near 73°F and mostly sunny skies, it’s a gorgeous evening for baseball. Deck out in a Los Angeles Dodgers jersey and a Los Angeles Dodgers fitted cap before you head up the hill. Find tickets on StubHub before the rivalry crowd fills the seats.
Over at Honda Center, the Anaheim Ducks battle the Vegas Golden Knights in their NHL playoff series tonight (Thursday) and again Friday — indoor games, so no weather worries there.
Tonight at the Kia Forum, Lorde brings her Ultrasound tour. Looking ahead to Saturday, May 16, the Demi Lovato: It’s Not That Deep Tour lands at the Kia Forum — grab a Demi Lovato t-shirt and Get tickets on SeatGeek while availability lasts.
What To Wear
A light jacket for the 55–56°F mornings, then swap to a t-shirt by afternoon. Sunglasses and sunscreen are non-negotiable. No rain gear needed through Friday.
Tonight’s Dinner
A mild spring evening like this is perfect for a simple pasta tossed with sautéed vegetables and olive oil — quick, satisfying, and zero cleanup stress before heading out to an event. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered to your door.
Next Few Days
Friday is nearly a carbon copy of today — mostly sunny, high near 73°F, light south winds. Saturday brings a shift: the National Weather Service says a dry trough moves in, dropping temperatures and kicking up northwest winds. Mountain and desert areas should watch for gusts of 40 to 55 mph Saturday through Sunday, and coastal waters will see hazardous seas this weekend. City residents should expect more clouds and a noticeably cooler feel by Saturday. Above-normal temperatures are possible again early next week.
