Riverside and San Bernardino are looking at a sunny, warm Sunday with a high near 91°F, so plan outdoor errands and yard work for the morning and save the pool or shade for the afternoon push in heat. Skies stay mostly clear all day with only a west wind of 0 to 10 mph (gusts to 25 mph) to stir the air.
Today’s Setup
According to the National Weather Service, high clouds are sliding north of the Inland Empire today, and while a few very light showers can’t be ruled out over the San Bernardino Mountains this morning, the valley floor stays dry with just a 1% rain chance. Overnight lows dip to a comfortable 63-64°F, and that marine influence is thinning out, meaning less morning cloud cover than we’ve seen lately.
Best Window To Be Outside
Morning through early afternoon is the sweet spot before temperatures peak near 91°F. Wind gusts up to 25 mph are possible, so if you’re headed to Fairmount Park or out toward Lake Perris for fishing, get there early while the air is calmer. Evenings cool nicely into the low 60s — ideal for a patio dinner or an outdoor movie once the sun drops.
Rain, Wind, Fire, Or Heat Risk
No severe weather or flash flood concerns are flagged for our area today. The bigger story is the warming trend: the National Weather Service expects a slow climb through Monday’s 95°F high, with drier and notably hotter conditions building by midweek as high pressure expands westward. Minor to moderate HeatRisk is expected to return for Inland Empire neighborhoods next week, so keep an eye on hydration as the week progresses.
What To Wear Or Bring
A cooling neck towel and quick dry swim trunks make sense for anyone spending the afternoon outside or near water. If you’re planning a longer day trip toward Big Bear or Joshua Tree, pack a hard cooler 52 quart to keep drinks cold on the drive.
Games, Events & Gear
If you’re making the drive to Dodger Stadium for today’s Los Angeles Dodgers vs. San Diego Padres game, expect sunny, warm conditions for tailgating — grab a Los Angeles Dodgers jersey and Get tickets on SeatGeek before first pitch. Looking ahead, Chris Stapleton’s All-American Road Show hits North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre on July 11; a Chris Stapleton t-shirt and Find tickets on StubHub are worth grabbing now. For backyard fun this week, check out the 2-Person Intex Floating Lounge with Cooler deal — great for cooling off in this heat.
Dinner Idea
With temps climbing toward 91°F, a lighter dinner like stir-fry keeps the kitchen from heating up your house further. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered to your door — Amazon Fresh groceries makes it easy to skip the hot parking lot.
Next Few Days
Monday climbs to a sunny 95°F, and the National Weather Service says Wednesday and Thursday will likely be the warmest stretch, with Inland Empire highs reaching the 90s to low triple digits as high pressure takes hold. Stay hydrated and plan strenuous outdoor activity for early morning as the week heats up.
