Happy to report: Southern California’s worst record-breaking heat wave is coming to an end

It’s been 100 degrees or more the last few days, but the good news is that we’re in the final stages of the heat wave. The extreme heat warnings for most of Southern California and the red flag warnings for Santa Barbara County end tonight.

Forecasters say the Southland will cool by between five and ten degrees tomorrow (Tuesday, September 10). Much cooler temperatures are expected later this week — 80 degrees for the valleys and 70 degrees along the coast.

Temperatures forecast for Monday afternoon remain high.

Temperatures on the beaches will be around 32 degrees Celsius, but in the valleys and inland temperatures of around 40 degrees Celsius are still expected.

Some notable predictions:

• In downtown LA, temperatures can reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Woodland Hills can reach temperatures as high as 43 degrees.
• In Highland, where the Line Fire is actively raging, temperatures will rise to 42 degrees Celsius.
• Temperatures in Coachella Valley can reach 110 degrees.

There is a slight chance of thunderstorms over the San Bernardino Mountains later this afternoon.

A wildfire smoke warning has been extended through tonight as wildfires continue to rage in the Southland. That means skies will be foggy and sunny this afternoon. The smoke will have a major impact on LA, Orange, San Bernardino and Riverside counties.

Here’s how to protect yourself from forest fire smoke.

Where to cool down

In L.A., Orange, San Bernardino and Riverside counties, call 3-1-1 or call 911 for a list of cooling centers. In the city of Los Angeles, you can also find a list of recreation centers, senior centers and libraries online — all good options for cooling off.

• Tip: Please call the center in advance to ensure seating is available.
• Tip:If the center you want to visit is full or not operational, go to a local air-conditioned library and cool off with a book about ice fishing in Antarctica.

More information about cooling centers in Southern California can be found here: