Riverside–San Bernardino is waking up to a beautiful Saturday with a high near 82°F and wall-to-wall sunshine across the Inland Empire — a few degrees below the seasonal average and one of the more comfortable late-June days you’ll see this year. Whether you’re planning a day at Lake Perris, a hike near Box Springs Mountain, or a backyard cookout, today’s weather is built for it.
Today’s Setup
The National Weather Service is calling for a sunny day with a high near 82°F. West winds build through the afternoon — 0 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph — keeping things breezy without being oppressive. If you’re out at Fairmount Park or spending the afternoon on the trails, a UV protection sun hat is a smart call. Enjoy it: conditions this agreeable won’t last much past the weekend.
Sunday and Father’s Day Plans
Tonight stays mostly clear with a low around 58°F, but heads up for early Sunday: patchy fog is expected to develop after 5 AM and could spread up to 20 miles inland, according to the National Weather Service. Allow extra drive time if you’re heading toward Big Bear or through San Bernardino before sunrise. The fog burns off by around 11 AM Sunday, giving way to sunny skies and a high near 83°F.
Sunday is Father’s Day (June 21), and this weather is tailor-made for a backyard cookout. Fire up the propane gas grill and treat Dad right — our pork loin smoking guide breaks down how to nail a full cook for under $1/lb. A Father’s Day grilling set is also an easy, crowd-pleasing gift. If you’d rather keep it simple, a pasta dish or stir-fry works perfectly for any crew. Need groceries? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything delivered to your door.
Mountain Pass Wind Alert
If you’re driving through Cajon Pass or heading out toward the Coachella Valley today, expect westerly gusts of 25 to 45 mph in the mountain passes and adjacent desert areas, per the National Weather Service — with a repeat performance Sunday afternoon and evening. Use extra caution on two-lane mountain roads and watch for blowing debris near San Gorgonio Pass.
Dodgers vs. Orioles at Dodger Stadium — Sunday, June 21
Making the trip from the IE to catch the Dodgers take on the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday, June 21 at Dodger Stadium? Game-day conditions in LA look excellent — sunny and comfortable. Check our full Dodger Stadium weather guide for timing and tailgate details. Suit up in a Los Angeles Dodgers jersey or a Los Angeles Dodgers fitted cap, and Find tickets on StubHub if you still need seats.
Next Few Days: Heat Incoming
This mild stretch wraps up fast. A warming trend builds starting Monday as high pressure takes over the western states. The National Weather Service says Wednesday could run 5 to 12 degrees above average, with moderate HeatRisk expected for Inland Empire valleys and major HeatRisk possible in the low desert. Get ahead of it now — grab a kids sprinkler toy for the backyard and browse the latest outdoor gear deals before the real heat arrives.
