🔗 Share this article Los Angeles Experiences Record-Breaking High Temperatures Just Days Following Severe Winter Weather. In the wake of heavy downpours that caused flooding across sections of the city, the City of Angels is now seeing unusually hot weather for late February. Record-Shattering Readings On Friday midday, the mercury climbed to 91°F (33°C) in central LA, as reported by meteorologists. This easily surpasses the previous daily record for this date, which was eighty-eight degrees Fahrenheit and was recorded in the previous year. "Exceptionally warm weather" were labeled on official maps for the region. Safety Warnings Forecasters issued a warning that Friday's heat posed an "elevated risk for heat illness" for vulnerable populations. Their recommendations suggested: Drinking plenty of fluids. Avoiding outdoor activities during the afternoon hours of the day. Ensuring you do not leave children or pets unattended in a parked vehicle. An Extreme Reversal This dramatic increase in mercury comes on the heels of a powerful storm system that battered the region earlier in the week. That storm delivered thunderstorms, high winds, and heavy snow to mountainous regions, triggering flash flood warnings for millions residents. Sadly, the severe weather also triggered a massive avalanche in the Lake Tahoe area, which claimed the lives of. Weekend Outlook Forecasters predict cooler conditions is expected. Temperatures were forecast to fall to around 16 degrees Celsius (61 Fahrenheit) in central Los Angeles by Friday night. Additional areas that reached 90°F included Burbank, Woodland Hills, and Long Beach. Additionally, Oxnard, Westwood, Camarillo, and Santa Maria were projected to see the high 80s. Over Saturday and Sunday, central LA can see temperatures in the eighties, with a further cooldown expected for the week ahead.