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Summer is back in full swing. Another hot day in Burbank. The temperature rose quickly this morning. Before 10 a.m. it was into the 80s. Some weather predictions are saying mid-to-upper 90s for the high in the Media City on this Monday. However, it feels like we’re headed for triple digits — so take precautions to stay cool.
A lot of record-breaking heat in Burbank over the past few days, but a cooling trend, ever so slight, is expected to kick in today. Yesterday, the temperature soared to 100 in B-town — tied the previous record set on October 11 in 1971. Also, a record high temperature of 104 set in Burbank on Friday — broke an old record of 101 set in 1976. By 11 a.m. this morning, the temperature had jumped to 90 in the Media City. Weather watchers are predicting a high in... Read More →
Summer-like temperatures returned with a vengeance today. At 2 p.m. it was 102 in the Media City. Some weather watchers are saying it could get even hotter — before the day is done. Temperatures are sizzling throughout the Southland. The National Weather Service says the heat and the drought conditions could mean trouble: “The combination of hot and dry weather… and gusty northeast winds will create heightened fire danger in the mountains and valleys of Los Angeles and Ventura Counties today.” Lows tonight in Burbank... Read More →
Another hot and sunny day in Burbank, but a cooling trend has kicked in. However, don’t expect a serious drop in the temps on this the second day of summer. By the end of last week, the Media City was sizzling with highs in the 90s. For the next few days, the weather watchers are predicting afternoon temps in the 80s for B-town. Hmm, it’s already 82 in Burbank at 11 a.m. — hopefully, the cooling trend has not stalled.
Cloudy skies over Burbank on this Sunday morning. Some light rain began shortly after 10 a.m. A storm system is expected to linger over the Southland today and that could mean raindrops during the 2015 Academy Awards ceremony and hoopla in Hollywood. A steady rain is in the forecast for this evening and overnight. Cooler temperatures for the Media City with the high only in the 50s. So you’ll probably need a jacket or sweater as well as an umbrella.
A little cooler weather in Burbank on this holiday. High in the 70s with plenty of sunshine. Fair skies for the next several days in the Media City, but a chance of rain in the forecast for next week. Love the sunshine, but we need more rain.
The temperature is going to sizzle on this hot Friday the 13th in Burbank. The high expected to be at least in the upper 80s with plenty of glorious sunshine. Ditch the superstitions. Be kind to black cats. Enjoy the day.
Get out the shorts, flip-flops, and don’t forget the sunglasses. At 11:15 a.m. in the Media City the temperature hit 79 degrees. It’s going to get even hotter — well into the 80s. The forecast is for this mini-winter heat wave to linger through Valentine’s Day weekend. Much of the Southland is enjoying the extra warm weather — in some places like Los Angeles the temps are 20 degrees above average for this time of year. It’s not all sunshine and blue skies, the Santa Ana winds are... Read More →
Very strong winds whipped and howled through Burbank this morning. Winds died down to light breezes shortly after 9 a.m., but a wind advisory for the Media City and many other parts of the Southland remains in effect through 3 p.m. tomorrow afternoon. Wind with gusts from 35 to 55 mph are expected in Ventura and Los Angeles Counties, including coastal and valley areas. There could be even more powerful winds in the canyons, below the passes, and in the mountains. In B-town, the winds ripped down palm fronds, tree... Read More →
A sunny and warm weekend in the Media City. The temperature in the 70s this afternoon. The high could reach almost 80 in B-town today. Tomorrow is supposed to be even warmer! The lows both days in the upper 40s and 50s. I know, we’re in the throes of winter and in much need of rain. Still, I love this weather.
On this the second day of fall, the temperature shot up to 80 degrees before noon in Burbank. The high today in the Media City expected to be near 90. For those having to work outside, like the Burbank city crews pruning giant Ficus trees on Magnolia Boulevard, it’s going to be a tough day. It probably feels more like triple digit temps to the tree trimmers who are wearing a ton of clothing and gear. For several weeks, crews have been pruning the city trees up and... Read More →
What a difference a week makes. Overcast skies and temperatures in the 60s this morning in Burbank. The sun broke through this afternoon and the high could reach the upper 80s. Last Saturday, it was scorching hot — the kick-off to a mini-heat wave, which delivered triple digit temps for several days to the Media City another other parts of the Southland. Today’s thick cloud cover even suggested we might get some raindrops during the a.m.. However, that didn’t deter a lot of Burbankers from heading... Read More →
Another scorcher in Burbank today. More triple digit temperatures coming our way. Yesterday, the high reached 102 in the Media City. It could be that hot or even hotter today. An excessive heat warning remains in effect for the San Fernando Valley until 7 p.m. tomorrow. Burbank isn’t the only place sizzling in the heat. Most of the Southland is in the grips of a mini-heat wave. Even the beaches will remain warm — with 80 degree temps. Cooler weather expected by mid-week.
It’s going to be seriously hot in the Media City today. The temperatures have been climbing for the past several days. The high yesterday reached 99 degrees. Today the temperature is expected to soar into the triple digits. At 9:30 this morning it was already in the mid-80s. An excessive heat warning is in effect today through 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 16 for the San Fernando Valley and other areas of the Southland. The advisory warns of “dangerously hot weather” for the next few days. Residents... Read More →
Humidity and temperatures have taken a dip in the Media City. That humidity has dropped below 50 percent and the temps have plunged from the 90s to the 70s and 80s. Normally, August in Burbank means at least upper 80s and 90s. Right now, we’re experiencing a bit of a cooling trend. The high today might reach 81 or so. Weather watchers predict our temperatures will remain in the 80s through the weekend until mid-week, when they will begin to heat up again. So summer is not... Read More →
Temperatures are starting to sizzle in Burbank and throughout the Southland today. By 10 a.m. this morning, it was 81 degrees in the Media City. Since then, the temperature has climbed into the 90s. At 2 p.m, it’s 87 in West Hollywood, 82 at Venice Beach, and nearing 100 in Lancaster. The hot temperatures are expected to linger through next week. A little slow in coming, but summer has apparently arrived in SoCal.
Lots of clouds in the sky along with sunshine and cool temperatures in Burbank. It’s a little breezy, too. A dramatic change from last Tuesday, when we were in the middle of a spring heat wave and the temperatures were in the 90s by noon. Today we’ll be lucky to reach the low 70s. Tomorrow is expected to be more of the same. A warm-up begins on Friday just in time for the long Memorial Day weekend. The weather watchers are forecasting temps in the 80s for the weekend... Read More →
Hot Monday in Burbank. Before 11 a.m., the temperature already in the low 80s and on the rise. The high today in the Media City expected to be in the upper 80s, but could soar into the 90s. The weather service says this is the beginning of a heat wave due to peak on Wednesday with triple digits in the valley. The gusty winds, which kicked up over the weekend, have calmed down. However, the fire danger remains. A red flag warning went into effect for the valley... Read More →
Spring-like weather arrived in Burbank this weekend just in time for Daylight Saving Time. You should spring forward Sunday, March 9 at 2 a.m. or just turn your clocks an hour ahead before going to bed tonight. You lose an hour sleep, but gain an extra hour of daylight in the evening — more time for outdoor activities during the spring and summer months. Federal law does not required all states and territories to adhere to DST, but only a few pass up the opportunity. The... Read More →
Get out the umbrellas, hats, and sunglasses! The Media City is sizzling today with temperatures in the upper 80s before 10:30 a.m. When that happens you know it’s going to be a hot one in B-town. Also, the weather may get a little weird– there’s a 20- 25 percent chance of rain — even some thunderstorms in the forecast. The high today in Burbank — low to upper 90s, but don’t be surprised if we hit triple digits.
A relentless heat wave continues to bake Burbank and the rest of the Southland. A hot air mass is hovering over the region. An excessive heat warning went into effect this morning through late evening for portions of the valleys and mountains in So Cal. Yesterday the high hit 100 again in B-town and we can expected it to be just as hot today. At 11 a.m., the temperature was already 90! So the heat is very much on in the Media City.
The temperatures are soaring in the Southland and that has prompted an excessive heat watch for Los Angeles County. Today in Burbank the high reach 100! The weather is expected to remain very hot with an increase in humidity; these factors will create “… a prolonged period of well above normal and possibly dangerous heat beginning Wednesday and continue through Friday,” according to the National Weather Service. Late Tuesday, two designated cooling centers were opened in Burbank. A news release from Burbank Public Information Officer Drew... Read More →
