Weather

As of 1:50 PM this afternoon, we are officially in summer! Earth’s seasons are caused by the planet’s tilt. Today is also the longest day of the year in the northern hemisphere with sunset occurring at 8:00 PM this evening. High pressure will continue to spread into the desert southwest over the next few days.

It is staying dry here in the Coachella Valley… for now. Dew points will stay below the low 50s through the rest of the work week. However, we will start to feel the first push of monsoonal moisture of the season make its way into the valley this weekend. A look at the temperature outlook

Air quality has improved since Monday night. Still, ‘moderate’ levels of ozone are being reported around the Coachella Valley. Today is warmer than yesterday, but just to the “normal” range for this time of year. Wednesday will be similar with seasonable temperatures. Enjoy the low 100s before more heat moves into the desert! The summer

Smoke from nearby wildfires, like the Tuscany Fire, will be seen and smelled in the Coachella Valley. Smoke density will likely increase through the evening hours. A Windblown Dust Advisory is also in place for the low desert as blowing sand and dust creates visibility issues for drivers. The gusty conditions will subside Tuesday, and

An Air Quality Alert remains in place through this evening and into Monday morning. It will expire at 6 AM Monday. This alert is specific for windblown dust as a result of elevated evening winds. However, increased ozone and smoke from nearby fires are also contributing to decreased air quality this evening. A cooldown has

An Excessive Heat Warning remains in place through 8:00 PM this evening. The average high temperature for today is 104°. Highs today are roughly ten degrees above average. Be sure to ALWAYS practice heat safety when out and about in the heat. An Air Quality Alert also remains in place through 6 AM Monday as

The First Alert Weather Team is tracking a hot start to this Father’s Day weekend as daytime highs climb into the one-teens. An Excessive Heat Warning remains in place for the Coachella Valley through 8 PM Saturday. If you do plan to spend time outdoors today, try to head out earlier while practicing heat safety

An Excessive Heat Warning went into effect this morning and will remain in place through 8:00 p.m. Saturday. Temperatures are expected to climb into the one-teens for the first time this year! By Sunday, relief will begin to arrive. Temperatures will remain above average to close out the weekend but it will begin a cooling

As we continue to track evening-time winds here in the valley, the South Coast Air Quality Management District has issued a Windblown Dust Advisory. This alert will remain in place through 12 PM Friday. As usual, winds will be strongest along the I-10 corridor. Yesterday’s Excessive Heat Watch has now been upgraded to an Excessive