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HAPPINESS

IS A WARM CUP

March 19, 2026 11:38 am

Southern California Overview:

  • Widespread moderate with areas of major HeatRisk will continue through Friday. HeatRisk will decrease for the weekend, with minor cooling. Even with the cooling, temperatures will remain above average into next week. Patchy marine layer low clouds and fog will be present at times, most likely to impact the coastal waters and immediate coast.
  • United States Overview:

    • An anomalously early and record-breaking heatwave continues to intensify across the Western U.S. and expand east into the Great Plains. Wet weather continues for Western Washington; wintry mix expected across the Upper Midwest/Great Lakes to the Interior Northeast. Critical Risk of fire weather across portions of the central and northern High Plains.

Local/State Headlines.

  • August-like heat shatters more records across Los Angeles area.
  • Record-breaking highs scorch SoCal. Here's when we can expect relief.
  • PHOTOS: 3 rescues in 1 day across San Diego County amid record-breaking heat wave.
  • Extreme heat warning issued in San Diego as temperatures could pass the 100s.
  • San Diego heat wave could affect future tropical weather patterns.

Nat’l/Int’l Headlines…

  • Over 400 records broken as historic heatwave roasts more than 40M across the West with dangerous temperatures.
  • Another Kona Low targets Hawaii after getting nearly 50 inches of rainfall and hurricane-force winds.
  • 'Kona storm' astounds forecasters with 'astronomical' rain in Hawaii.
  • Pacific Northwest faces rising flood and avalanche risks as atmospheric river continues to pummel region.
  • Largest wildfire in Nebraska history leaves 1 dead, scorches over 640,000 acres as conditions begin to ease.
  • Snow drought out West leaves ski resorts struggling and raises water concerns.
  • Watch: Tropical Cyclone Narelle strengthens over the northern Coral Sea, bringing life-threatening risks.
  • See it: Injured hiker rescued after spending 24 hours alone in snowy Appalachian Trail.
  • Florida farmers face billions in losses after a brutal winter.
  • Possible 'Super El NiƱo' could alter 2026 Atlantic hurricane season forecast.
  • The first day of spring is near. What it means for temperatures near you.
  • Vernal equinox marks the official start of spring in the Northern Hemisphere.
  • Here's why NASA will monitor the sun for solar eruptions during Artemis II mission.

NOAA Weather

Torrance, Zamperini Field Airport, CA

Last Update on Mar 19 2026, 9:47 am PDT

Weather by NOAA

Current Conditions: Clear

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Temp: 73°F

Wind: East at 5mph

Humidity: 65%

Dewpoint: 60.8°F

Your 5-Day Forecast at a Glance

On this day – 3.19.1991

A vigorous storm that started on 3/17 and ended on 3/20 produced one to eight inches of rainfall in lower elevations and up to 14 inches of precipitation in the mountains. 6.17 inches fell at Mt. Wilson and four inches fell in Santa Barbara. Two to five feet of snow fell in the mountains. On this day one foot of snow fell at Mt. Laguna, and six inches fell at Palomar Mountain and Cuyamaca. Schools and roads closed in the mountains, including I-8 from Alpine to Imperial County. Local flooding and mud slides resulted. A tornado in the East City Heights neighborhood of San Diego caused property damage on this day. A tornado in the San Carlos area of San Diego caused extensive damage also on this day. Pines were ripped out by the roots, palm and cottonwood trees were snapped in half. Cars were smashed by falling objects, debris and patio furniture was strewn throughout the neighborhood, including a refrigerator. A car was moved 60 feet by a falling palm. On this day another tornado moved through Lakewood and Bellflower. Strong storm winds created large waves and surf. A 33 foot sailboat was blown aground and destroyed at Pt. Loma.

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