An unprecedented heatwave has gripped southern California, pushing temperatures 15 to 20 degrees above normal for autumn. On Monday, several cities experienced notably high temperatures, with Downtown Los Angeles recording a record high of 104°F (40°C), surpassing the previous record of 101°F (38.3°C) set on October 5, 1953, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
Record Temperatures Across the Region
About 30 miles south of Los Angeles, residents of Santa Ana faced a record temperature of 106°F (41.1°C), exceeding the past daily high of 103°F (39.4°C) from 1953. Extreme heat warnings are currently in effect along the coast from Santa Barbara to San Diego through Thursday. Health authorities are advising the region’s millions of residents to limit outdoor activities and stay hydrated.
