Rancho Santa Margarita (92688) Daily Weather Forecast

3 Meteor Showers Combine Over SoCal Skies As 'Fireball Season' Peaks

The Delta Aquariid and Alpha Copricornid meteor showers reach zenith this weekend as the well-loved summer favorite, the Perseids, arrive.

Heatwave Coming For Rancho Santa Margarita, Most Of SoCal

A high pressure system is expected to usher in scorching temperatures for the Southland, with cooler temperatures near the beach.

July 4 Weekend To Bring Heat Relief To Rancho Santa Margarita

Temperatures across the Southland are predicted to gradually cool as Independence Day weekend approaches.

Heat, Rain And Monsoon Weather In Rancho Santa Margarita Wednesday

The start of summer will bring high humidity Wednesday, and a chance of thunder Wednesday morning.

Heat Wave Coming To Rancho Santa Margarita, SoCal Region

Temperatures are expected to reach the high 80s from Thursday until Sunday across Orange County.

Patchy Skies, Cool Weather In Rancho Santa Margarita This Weekend

Temperatures in Rancho Santa Margarita will continue to cool over the weekend, with forecasters predicting patchy fog and cloud cover.

Memorial Day Weather Forecast In RSM: Cloudy Skies Ahead

The unofficial start of summer arrives with a marine layer and mild temperatures perfect for barbecuing.

Memorial Day 2022 Weather: What To Expect In Rancho Santa Margarita

Will the famous barbecue holiday be shaded by cloudy skies or prime weather for the outdoors? Check our forecast for Rancho Santa Margarita.

Moderate Air Quality In Rancho Santa Margarita: Coastal Smoke Advisory

The South Coast Air Quality Management District advised south OC residents of potential smoke impacts due to the still-burning Coastal Fire.

35 MPH Gusts For Orange County, Windy Weather Through Thursday

A high wind advisory was issued for Orange County in anticipation of strong winds through Tuesday night.

Heat Advisory For Pets: What Orange County Pet Owners Need To Know

Does your pet have to stay outdoors? Do you take your dog along for a car ride? High temperatures can be deadly for pets.

Temperatures To Reach 100 Degrees In Orange County Heat Wave

Gusty winds and temperatures 15 to 20 degrees above normal are in store for Orange County this week.

60 MPH Gusts For Inland Orange County Through Friday

A high wind advisory was issued for inland Orange County in anticipation of powerful Santa Ana winds through Friday afternoon.

Thursday Night Rain, Chance Of Thunder Across Orange County

Winter weather is making a comeback starting Thursday, with a 90 percent chance of rain expected to hit inland Orange County Thursday night.

Thunderstorms, Rain Forecast For Rancho Santa Margarita: NWS

As a winter storm blasts the Southland, promising snow along the Ortega Highway, here is what Rancho Santa Margarita residents can expect.

Patch Photo: Lightning Lights Up Orange County Skyline

Stormy conditions rattled Orange County neighborhoods Tuesday night, and this Rancho Santa Margarita resident captured an amazing shot.

Temperatures Plummet Nearly 30 Degrees In Rancho Santa Margarita

From record-breaking heat to rain and winds, Southern California is experiencing a dramatic shift in weather.

45 MPH Winds In Rancho Santa Margarita, Heat Advisory Extended

A high wind advisory was issued for Rancho Santa Margarita in anticipation of powerful Santa Ana winds through Wednesday morning.

89 Degree Temperatures In Rancho Santa Margarita: Heat Watch

The National Weather Service issued an Excessive Heat Watch for all of Orange County due to "unseasonably hot conditions."

55 MPH Winds, Dust Advisory In Rancho Santa Margarita

A wind advisory was issued for Rancho Santa Margarita due to high winds in Southern California, the National Weather Service reported.

No Burn Order In Rancho Santa Margarita: Skip The S'mores

The South Coast Air Quality Management District extended a mandatory no-burn order through Monday in Orange County.

55 MPH Winds In Rancho Santa Margarita, Wind Advisory In OC

Rancho Santa Margarita residents can expect strong winds throughout Thursday evening and into Friday night.

50 MPH Winds For Inland OC, Advisory In Rancho Santa Margarita

A high wind advisory was extended for Rancho Santa Margarita in anticipation of powerful Santa Ana winds through Wednesday morning.

65 MPH Winds, Dust Advisory In Rancho Santa Margarita

A weekend dust advisory was issued for Rancho Santa Margarita due to high winds, the National Weather Service reported.

Gusts Up To 50MPH Near Rancho Santa Margarita: Wind Advisory

Inland Orange County residents can expect blustery winds until Thursday afternoon, the National Weather Service reported.

Weekday Wind Advisory In Rancho Santa Margarita, Gusts To 50 MPH

Inland Orange County residents can expect blustery winds until Tuesday afternoon, the National Weather Service reported.

Evacuations Downgraded: Rancho Santa Margarita New Year's Weekend

Snow above 5,000 feet and rain across the county made travel "difficult if not impossible" in some areas, the National Weather Service says.

Flood Watch: Rancho Santa Margarita Prepares For Rainy Week Ahead

Rain and chilly temperatures are expected in OC through New Year's Eve. Residents of flood-prone areas should prepare with sandbags.

Flood Watch: Rancho Santa Margarita In For Rainy Christmas Eve

Rain, wind, flooding & chilly temperatures are expected in OC through Sunday. Residents of flood-prone areas should prepare with sandbags.

No Burn Order In Rancho Santa Margarita: Save The Yuletide Log

The South Coast Air Quality Management District extended a mandatory no-burn order through Wednesday in Orange County.

Wind Advisory In Rancho Santa Margarita, Foothill Gusts To 50 MPH

Inland Orange County residents can expect blustery winds until early Saturday morning, the National Weather Service reported.

How Much Rain Did Rancho Santa Margarita Get In Tuesday's Storm?

The winter storm that surges through the Southland created havoc across the county — but hey, at least the plants got watered.

Flash Flood Watch, Optional Evacuation In Orange County Burn Area

Authorities issued a voluntary evacuation order for Orange County residents living in the Bond fire burn area due to possible flash floods.

Rancho Santa Margarita Storm Brings Flood, Wind Advisories Tues.

The National Weather Service is calling for over an inch of rain to fall across Orange County in the chilly, windy storm arriving overnight.

Rain Clears In Rancho Santa Margarita, Advisory Still Active

Though forecasts predict sunnier days to come, a rain advisory remains in place, the Orange County Health Care Agency says.

Rancho Santa Margarita Braces For Cold Weather Storm: Rain Totals

Rain and cold weather descends on Orange County at week's end, as the county opens its emergency Cold Weather Shelter through Friday.

Rain Showers Predicted In Rancho Santa Margarita This Week

Rancho Santa Margarita residents may see nighttime rain through Thursday, and cooler temperatures throughout the week.

No Burn Order Extended In Rancho Santa Margarita: Skip The Fire

Rancho Santa Margarita residents: If you had weekend plans of lighting up the fireplace, postpone them, authorities say.

Fog Forecast In Rancho Santa Margarita: Low Nighttime Visibility

The National Weather Service predicts nighttime fog across Orange County through Friday.

No Burn Order Extended In Rancho Santa Margarita: Skip The Fire

Rancho Santa Margarita residents: If you had weekday plans of lighting up the fire pit, postpone them, authorities say.