🔗 Share this article LA Battles Historic High Temperatures Just Days After Severe Winter Weather. Following a week of torrential rains that caused flooding across sections of the city, the City of Angels is now confronting unusually warm conditions for this time of year. All-Time High Temperatures During the day Friday, the temperature climbed to 33 degrees Celsius (91 Fahrenheit) in the city center, as reported by the National Weather Service. This easily surpasses the old record for February 27th, which was 31 degrees Celsius (88 Fahrenheit) and was set in the previous year. "Unusually high temperatures" were highlighted on official maps for the region. Public Health Advisories Authorities issued a warning that Friday's conditions posed an "higher threat for heat illness" for people sensitive to heat. Their advice suggested: Keeping well-hydrated. Reducing outdoor activities during the afternoon hours of the day. Not leaving kids or animals unattended in a car. A Dramatic Shift This dramatic increase in temperature comes on the heels of a intense winter storm that struck the area recently. That event brought thunderstorms, high winds, and heavy snow to the mountains, leading to flash flood warnings for many residents. Tragically, the storm also caused a large avalanche in the Tahoe area, which claimed the lives of. Temperatures Easing Looking ahead some relief is expected. Readings were predicted to decrease to around sixty-one degrees Fahrenheit in downtown LA by late Friday. Additional areas that experienced the 90-degree mark included Long Beach, Burbank, and Woodland Hills. Additionally, Oxnard, Westwood, Camarillo, and Santa Maria were expected to experience the high 80s. For the weekend, downtown Los Angeles can anticipate weather in the eighties, with a further cooldown likely for the week ahead.