Southern California Prepares for Intense Santa Ana Winds and Rising Temperatures

Southern California is bracing for a notable uptick in temperatures this week, with the potential for record-breaking highs, especially due to the added influence of brisk Santa Ana winds.

“We’re in for a heatwave over the next few days,” stated KTLA Meteorologist Henry DiCarlo on Monday morning.

The peak of this heat is anticipated on Tuesday and Wednesday, with downtown Los Angeles possibly experiencing afternoon temperatures soaring into the lower 90s.

“Some record highs could be in the cards,” according to the National Weather Service (NWS).

A heat advisory has been issued from Tuesday morning through Wednesday evening for parts of L.A., Ventura, Orange, San Bernardino and Riverside counties.

“Anyone planning outdoor activities those days, including attending the World Series, should be prepared for unusually hot and dry conditions,” the NWS said.

Gusty winds are also expected to pick up Tuesday morning across the typical Santa Ana Corridor of Los Angeles and Ventura counties.

“This will be our first Santa Ana wind of the season, and it’s going to be a very strong one,” Henry said.

Wind gusts of 30 to 40 mph will be common across those areas.

Santa Ana winds will be possible on Wednesday as well, although likely not as strong as on Tuesday, according to the NWS.

A slight cooldown will begin on Thursday, but above-normal temperatures are still expected for Halloween on Friday.

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