Los Angeles weather is about to shift gears. Temperatures will drop and light rain is possible this week, putting an end to the recent stretch of clear skies. Right now, conditions are calm—it's 58°F and clear—but the pattern is changing as the week progresses.
Rain chances are starting to develop in Southern California as a cooling trend arrives in the region. If you've been enjoying the mild winter weather LA is known for, now's the time to soak it up. The good news? These aren't severe weather conditions—just the typical light showers Southern California gets this time of year. For comparison, Southern California weather can be pretty unpredictable during January, and this cooling trend is par for the course.
A slight dip in temperatures will occur before temperatures rise again, so don't expect it to stay cold. This is pretty standard LA winter behavior—a quick dip, some light moisture, then back to milder conditions. Planning outdoor activities this week? You might want to check the daily forecast before heading out, but nothing severe is brewing. Unlike other parts of the country dealing with major winter storms, LA is just cycling through its normal seasonal rhythm. If you're curious about other regional weather events, Southern California has been dealing with seismic activity as well, so it's been an eventful month.