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SoCal cools down this week, but don’t get too comfortable
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Lucas Brady Woods , as published by LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· July 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway High temperatures in Los Angeles and Orange counties will range from the 80s to 90s through Friday.
Southern Californians can expect a slight cooling trend this week after a muggy weekend. The region will experience a drop in temperature, but conditions will still be hotter than normal. High temperatures in Los Angeles and Orange counties will range from the 80s to 90s through Friday.
However, some areas, including parts of the Inland Empire and deserts, will reach triple digits. Further details on the cooling trend and upcoming heat wave are available from local forecasters, who warn that the heat will soon return.
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Category: local Published: July 28, 2026 Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) Reading time: 1 min
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