At a Glance
- Wind advisory extended through Monday afternoon across LA and Orange counties
- Northeast winds of 25-35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected
- Temperatures may hit the 80s midweek, nearing daily records
- Why it matters: Strong winds can topple trees, cut power, and make driving hazardous
Gusty Santa Ana winds will persist across Los Angeles County well into the week, prompting forecasters to extend advisories and warn drivers to stay alert.
Advisory Extension
The National Weather Service prolonged a wind advisory for large swaths of Los Angeles County until 1 p.m. Monday, Amanda S. Bennett reported. The alert covers Malibu, Pacific Palisades, the Santa Monica Mountains, and the San Fernando, Santa Clarita, and Antelope valleys.
Originally set to expire Sunday, the advisory was extended Sunday afternoon as sustained winds showed no sign of weakening.
Orange County remains under a separate wind advisory until at least 2 p.m. Monday.
Expected Conditions
Forecasters anticipate northeast winds of 25 to 35 mph, with gusts reaching 50 mph in wind-prone corridors. The strongest gusts are likely in the mountains and valleys overnight into early Monday.
The Weather Service warned that unsecured objects could become airborne, tree limbs may snap, and scattered power outages are possible.
Motorists-especially those driving high-profile vehicles-should expect difficult travel on north-south highways and canyon roads.
Warming Trend
While the winds dominate headlines, temperatures will also climb. The mercury is forecast to rise a few degrees each day, peaking Wednesday and Thursday.
Some valley locations could reach the 80s, flirting with daily record highs, according to the National Weather Service.
Safety Tips
- Bring in patio furniture, trash cans, and holiday decorations
- Secure outdoor umbrellas and lightweight yard items
- Allow extra following distance on freeways
- Watch for downed trees or power lines
- Report outages to local utilities immediately
Forecast Outlook
High pressure building over the Great Basin will keep the Santa Ana pattern in place through at least midweek. Wind speeds should ease Monday afternoon, but localized gusty conditions may linger in mountain passes and foothill communities.
No precipitation is expected, so relative humidity will drop, heightening wildfire concerns for dry vegetation across the region.
