Good morning, Central Coast!
As we kick off the work week, winds will be the first headline. Gusts up to 50mph have been recorded this morning in the Los Padres National Forest. That has prompted a high wind advisory in place through 10 a.m.
Once those winds calm, we can focus on the sunshine and warm temps! High pressure has moved in and will keep the skies clear, and begin some offshore winds. That will increase temps significantly.
Here are today's highs! For some context, that is about 10° warmer than the high temps on Sunday.
That ridge will intensify and bring us into the triple digits for Wednesday for the interior valleys. upper 80s are possible for the coastal valleys.
The ridge will be at its most intense on Wednesday and as it pushes east to close the week, we will see highs fall slightly. Sunshine will still be in place for a picture-perfect weekend.
With all of that warmth on the way it is good to remember that these high temps can be hazardous. Here is a cool info-graphic from the NWS LA office reminding of heat concerns.
An extended period of hot weather and increased risk for large grass fires Tue-Fri away from the coast. There will be a moderate risk of heat illness, especially for sensitive individuals, those without air conditioning, and those doing outdoor activities.#LAWeather#cawx #LAheat pic.twitter.com/TmxazNB0bn
— NWS Los Angeles (@NWSLosAngeles) May 18, 2025
Have a great day and week ahead Central Coast!
