Los Angeles is waking up under a blanket of classic May Gray on Wednesday, May 13, but don’t let the clouds fool you — a comfortable high near 73°F and afternoon sunshine are on the way once the marine layer lifts. The National Weather Service reports the cloud deck is sitting 3,000 to 4,000 feet deep this morning, with forecasters expecting mostly sunny skies across the valleys and coastal areas by early afternoon. A light drizzle is possible along the Westside and coast through late morning, so grab a layer before heading out. Bookmark the Los Angeles weather forecast for hour-by-hour updates.
Today’s Setup
May Gray is doing what it does best — draping Santa Monica, Venice, and Long Beach in thick overcast through midmorning. Inland areas like the San Fernando Valley and Pasadena may hold onto clouds a bit longer, so expect clearing to sweep in from the coast inward. Your best outdoor window is noon to 6 PM PT, when temperatures climb to the low 70s and light southwest winds of 0 to 10 mph keep things pleasant. Great conditions for a hike at Griffith Park or Runyon Canyon, or an afternoon round of golf — check our outdoor gear deals if you need to gear up, including the Best Golf Balls for High Handicappers in 2026 guide.
Allergy Alert
The overcast doesn’t mean pollen is taking a day off. Grass and tree pollen remain active across LA’s inland areas, and once the afternoon sun breaks through, counts can spike noticeably. If you’re sensitive, pack an allergy relief nasal spray before heading out. A pollen count face mask helps for extended time outdoors, and running a HEPA air purifier at home overnight keeps indoor air cleaner while you sleep.
Dodgers Gameday Forecast
Head up to Chavez Ravine tonight — the Los Angeles Dodgers host the San Francisco Giants at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium on May 13, with the team wearing their 2025 World Champions Gold Jerseys. Game-time conditions look excellent: upper 60s, partly cloudy skies, and barely a breeze. Grab a Los Angeles Dodgers jersey and a Los Angeles Dodgers fitted cap before you go. Still need seats? Find tickets on StubHub or Get tickets on SeatGeek. The series continues Thursday and Friday under similarly mild, mostly sunny conditions — a great stretch for the Dodger faithful.
Upcoming Events This Week
Lorde: Ultrasound plays Kia Forum on Thursday, May 14 — indoors, so weather is no concern. The Demi Lovato It’s Not That Deep Tour hits Kia Forum on Saturday, May 16; snag a Demi Lovato t-shirt and Find tickets on StubHub. Also mark your calendar for the Florence + The Machine Everybody Scream Tour at Kia Forum on Tuesday, May 19.
What To Wear
- Morning: Light jacket for the cloudy, upper-50s start
- Afternoon: T-shirt comfortable in the low 70s
- Evening: Temps drop back to the mid-50s after dark — bring that layer back out
Next Few Days
Thursday brings patchy fog before 11 AM, then mostly sunny with a high near 75°F. Friday holds similar. The National Weather Service notes gradual warming through the end of the week, with above-normal temperatures possible early next week. No rain and no severe weather are in the forecast — just quintessential late-spring LA at its finest.
For dinner, a simple pasta or stir-fry fits a mild May evening perfectly. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything delivered to your door tonight. And if spring allergies are grinding you down, a saline sinus rinse Neti pot kit before bed can make a real difference by morning.
