Thus far, we have not really experienced any widespread thunderstorms around the area; activity has been very hit and miss, which isn't all that uncommon for the early weeks of monsoon season. As deeper moisture begins to migrate further west, we'll have a much better chance in the coming weeks, as August is usually the more active month across Southern California. Add to that an active Eastern Pacific hurricane season, and models trend on the wetter side for our region for the remainder of our summer season. We'll also have some heat to contend with over the next week as high pressure strengthens across the region, with near-record heat likely for the weekend. Expect partly cloudy skies out there again today with a few sprinkles or light shower possible this afternoon. Temperatures will top out in the lower 80s today with light & variable winds to 10 mph. Partly cloudy and mild tonight with lows in the 50s. Partly cloudy tomorrow with highs in the lower 80s. An easterly wave tracking westward could bring in a better chance for an afternoon shower or thunderstorm Thursday into the weekend as daytime highs reach the mid to upper 80s. At this time, expect above-normal temperatures into next week with a chance for afternoon thundershowers continuing at times.

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