Pasadena Heats Up Toward Low 80s by Weekend
The National Weather Service forecasts warmer, drier conditions for Pasadena as high pressure strengthens over Southern California.
Updated on Nov. 2, 2026 in Forecasts
Pasadena's daytime highs are forecast to climb from the mid-70s to near 83 degrees by Saturday and Sunday, with no rain expected through the seven-day period. The warming follows a storm system passing well to the north, with high pressure rebuilding across the region.
Why it matters
The forecast signals a stretch of above-normal temperatures and dry weather for Pasadena residents, with offshore flow developing as the weekend approaches. Forecasters say the pattern is expected to persist into next week.
The National Weather Service forecast projects highs of 75 degrees Tuesday, 76 Wednesday and 77 Thursday, rising to about 83 degrees on Saturday and Sunday. Winds are expected to stay light through Thursday, but how strong offshore gusts become later in the weekend remains unclear.
The players
National Weather Service
The federal agency responsible for issuing weather forecasts and warnings across the United States, including the Los Angeles/Oxnard office that covers the Pasadena area.
The details
High pressure is strengthening over Southern California following a storm system that passed well to the north, bringing lower humidity and additional warming. Offshore flow is developing, and forecast models show increasing offshore pressure gradients from Friday through Sunday.
Timeline
Monday: National Weather Service forecast issued at 2:21 a.m.
Tuesday through Thursday: Sunny skies with highs of 75, 76 and 77 degrees.
Friday: Temperatures expected to reach about 80 degrees.
Saturday and Sunday: Highs near 83 degrees as offshore winds increase.
Seasonal Patterns
The developing Santa Ana pattern is a recurring autumn feature of Southern California, when offshore flow pushes dry, warm air toward the coast. The forecast places Pasadena's weekend highs near 83 degrees within that familiar seasonal cycle of warm, dry offshore winds.
Residents should plan for warm, dry conditions with highs near 83 degrees by the weekend and overnight lows around 55 degrees. Anyone spending time outdoors should carry water and monitor updated forecasts as offshore winds develop.
The takeaway
Plan for a warm, dry stretch in Pasadena through the weekend and into next week, and check forecast updates as the offshore pattern develops.
What happens next
Forecasters expect above-normal temperatures and dry weather to continue into next week, with offshore winds possibly becoming more noticeable during the weekend.
Further reading
For the latest outlooks, see Forecasts coverage for Pasadena.
