Warm Temperatures Expected in Riverside County Next Week

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A warming trend is expected next week in Riverside County, California, with temperatures climbing into the mid-80s in western areas and the low-90s in the eastern region by Friday. Sunday highs were expected to reach the mid-70s in downtown Riverside, Temecula and Hemet, while the Coachella Valley and Palm Springs were expected to reach the upper 70s.

Why it matters

Warm weather in the middle of winter is not uncommon in Southern California, but the forecasted temperatures are well above seasonal averages, which could impact energy usage, outdoor activities, and agriculture in the region.

The details

According to the National Weather Service, on Monday temperatures will reach the low 80s in the inland valleys and lower deserts, 8 to 15 degrees above seasonal averages. By Friday, highs will be in the mid-to-upper 80s west of the mountains and in the low 90s in the lower deserts, 12 to 18 degrees above seasonal norms. No rain is currently in the forecast for next week.

• On Sunday, highs were expected to reach the mid-70s in downtown Riverside, Temecula and Hemet, and the upper 70s in the Coachella Valley and Palm Springs.
• On Monday, temperatures will reach the low 80s in the inland valleys and lower deserts.
• By Friday, highs will be in the mid-to-upper 80s west of the mountains and in the low 90s in the lower deserts.