LOS ANGELES—The Antelope Valley experienced triple-digit temperatures on Thursday, June 6, with the heat expected to continue into Friday. While there will be a slight decrease in temperature, much of the area will still be facing hotter-than-normal weather.
An excessive heat warning was in effect until 8 p.m. Thursday for the Antelope Valley, where temperatures soared above 100 degrees. The National Weather Service (NWS) predicted temperatures reaching as high as 106 degrees in some areas.
Once the warning expires at 8 p.m., a Heat Advisory will take its place, with temperatures expected to reach up to 103 degrees. This advisory will remain in effect for the Antelope Valley until 8 p.m. Friday.
Unseasonably warm conditions will also persist on Friday in other valley and mountain regions.
According to the NWS, “Before daily high temperatures return to near-normal values this weekend across inland areas, Friday will once again bring very warm conditions to the Antelope Valley and nearby foothills.”
The Antelope Valley may also experience strong winds gusting up to 45 mph throughout the weekend.
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Palmdale Airport set a record on Wednesday with a temperature of 105 degrees, surpassing the previous June 5 record of 103 degrees from 1981. In Lancaster, the temperature also reached 103 degrees on Wednesday, tying the record set in 2002.
Forecasters reiterated the importance of staying hydrated, staying indoors when possible, and not leaving children or pets in vehicles during excessive heat warnings. They advised wearing lightweight clothing and avoiding strenuous activities during the hottest parts of the day.
Coastal areas will continue to benefit from cooler temperatures due to the marine layer.
