Weather Service Warns: More Freezing Temps In Coachella Valley

COACHELLA VALLEY, CA — Sub-freezing temperatures are expected again Tuesday night across the Coachella Valley, according to the National Weather Service.

The agency issued a freeze warning for the Coachella Valley that will remain in effect until 8 a.m. Wednesday. Temperatures could drop as low as 31 degrees Tuesday evening through Wednesday morning, forecasters said.

The freeze warning means cold conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation, plus unprotected outdoor plumbing could be damaged.

NWS officials warned that those who have in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-ground pipes to protect them from freezing.

The cold temperatures could also harm outdoor pets and livestock.

High temperatures Tuesday around the region could reach 57 degrees in Riverside, 60 in the San Gorgonio Pass, 64 in the Coachella Valley, and 56 in Southwest Riverside County.

—City News Service contributed to this report.