Los Angeles wakes up to patchy fog that clears before 11 a.m., then sunny skies take over with a high near 93°F today, Wednesday, July 22 — the first day of a heat wave the National Weather Service says will run through at least early next week. If you’ve got a hike, errands, or a ballgame planned, do it before midday and keep water close.
Today’s Setup
According to the NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard office, an unusually quick marine layer pushed in overnight, but 1-2 mb of offshore trends this morning should clear it out fast, leaving mostly sunny skies by late morning. Winds stay light out of the south southwest at 0 to 10 mph. Tonight cools to a low around 68 under mostly clear skies, then Thursday climbs even higher to 94°F and sunny — forecasters say Thursday through Sunday will be the hottest stretch of the week.
Best Window To Be Outside
Morning is your friend this week. Get to Griffith Park or Runyon Canyon before 10 a.m. while temps are still in the 70s, or head out early for a round of golf before the afternoon sun takes over. Anglers can fish reservoirs at first light — Strike King Crankbaits are worth having in the tackle box for a dawn outing.
Heat Risk
The NWS has a heat advisory in effect for much of the area from today through Monday evening, with inland valleys running well above the coast — a reminder of LA’s classic microclimate split. Pack a Yeti rambler water bottle for anywhere you’re headed, and check on neighbors or pets who don’t have reliable AC.
What To Wear Or Bring
Light, breathable clothing, sunscreen, and shade are non-negotiable through the afternoon. If you’re cooling off in the pool, a 2-Person Intex Floating Lounge with Cooler is an easy way to beat the heat in the backyard.
Gameday & Events Guide
The Los Angeles Angels host the St. Louis Cardinals tonight, July 22, at Angel Stadium — first pitch conditions will still be warm before easing into the upper 60s overnight, so dress in layers for the late innings. Grab a Los Angeles Angels jersey or Los Angeles Angels fitted cap and get tickets on SeatGeek or find tickets on StubHub before gates open.
Thursday, July 23 brings a doubleheader of soccer: LA Galaxy vs. St. Louis CITY SC at Dignity Health Sports Park and LAFC vs. Real Salt Lake at BMO Stadium, both landing right in the peak of the heat wave with highs near 94°F — arrive early for shaded seating and hydrate well before kickoff. If you’d rather stay indoors and cool, Sebastian Maniscalco headlines a stacked comedy lineup tonight at the Hollywood Improv.
Tonight’s Dinner
This is prime grilling weather — burgers, steaks, or grilled chicken with corn on the cob all work great on a warm, dry evening like this. An instant-read meat thermometer takes the guesswork out of doneness, and a grill brush and scraper set keeps things clean between cookouts. Craving something different? Try our $10 hack for smoking tri-tip like brisket. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered to your door.
Next Few Days
Expect sunny, hot conditions Thursday (94°F) through the weekend, with the heat advisory holding through Monday evening. Mornings remain the best bet for outdoor plans all week — check out more outdoor gear deals to help you stay comfortable while the heat wave runs its course.
