Santa Monica (90405) Daily Weather Forecast

Red Flag Warnings Take Effect As Santa Ana Winds Threaten Southern California

Strong winds, dangerously low humidity and soaring temperatures could fuel rapidly spreading wildfires through Saturday.

85 Santa Monica Properties In Flood Zone As Kelvin Wave Approaches

The city says it has heightened its awareness of increased coastal storm activity as Southern California braces for elevated sea levels.

Beach Hazards Statement Issued Throughout SoCal

The National Weather Service warned of rip currents, breaking waves, and an increased risk of drowning.

Lunar Eclipse To Be Visible Over Santa Monica Early Tuesday Morning

A total lunar eclipse will be visible from Santa Monica between midnight and dawn on March 3. Protective eyewear won't be needed.

Slabs Of Concrete Ripped Off Walls Of Santa Monica Channel After Powerful Winter Storms

Though the channel actually sits within Los Angeles city limits, Los Angeles County officials oversee the maintenance.

Wood-Burning Ban In Effect In Santa Monica Through Friday

Residents are advised to hold off on lighting up any indoor fireplaces or outdoor fire pits during No-Burn Days.

Unsafe Bacteria Levels Detected At Santa Monica Beach

Elevated bacteria levels may cause illness, especially in the elderly and children, the LA County Public Health Department said.

Deadly Rip Currents, High Surf Bring Danger To Santa Monica Beaches

Elevated surf is expected to bring dangerous conditions at Santa Monica beaches this week, forecasters said.

Fireworks Spark Hazardous Air Quality In Santa Monica

Health officials issued an Air Quality Alert due to hazardous air quality in Santa Monica due to Independence Day fireworks shows.

Deadly Rip Currents Predicted Off Coast Of Santa Monica

Forecasters predicted deadly rip currents off the coast of LA County on Wednesday.

Wet Weekend In Santa Monica Makes Way For Drier Weather Ahead

Forecasters said drier weather is on the way after a series of rainstorms over the last three weekends.

Lightning Shuts Down Santa Monica Beaches

As a storm rolled into the Southland Thursday afternoon, lifeguards shut down beaches in Santa Monica due to lightning.

Back-To-Back Storms Incoming: Where To Get Sandbags In Santa Monica

Forecasters say upcoming storms are guaranteed to bring more flooding to Southern California.

Flash Flooding Expected In Santa Monica: NWS

Debris flows are already occurring in LA County and officials say more flows are expected for the rest of Sunday.

Atmospheric River Drenches Santa Monica: How Many Inches Fell?

Santa Monica saw nearly nonstop rain this week during the first of two atmospheric rivers forecast to hit LA County.

First Of Two Rain Storms Prompts Bacteria Advisory In Santa Monica

Public Health officials cautioned residents against swimming at local beaches for at least 72 hours after rainfall.

Heavy Flooding Snarls Traffic On Pacific Coast Highway

Flooding heavily impacted roads in Santa Monica on Friday, causing traffic standstill on major freeways and roadways.

Unsafe Bacterial Levels At Santa Monica Beach: Public Health

People should avoid swimming at some county beaches, the Department of Public Health advised.

Series Of Rain Storms To Drench Santa Monica: Where To Find Sandbags

Santa Monica will be hit with moderate rainstorms starting Wednesday night and over the weekend, which could cause flooding.

Unsafe Bacterial Levels At Santa Monica Beach: Public Health

Angelenos should avoid swimming at some county beaches, the Department of Public Health advised.

How To See Full Wolf Moon In Santa Monica, And Why Its Namesake Howls

Here's how to see the first full moon of 2024 in Santa Monica.

Torrential Downpour Drenches Santa Monica: How Much Rain Fell?

A weekend of rain prompted flood warnings as many cities in Los Angeles County saw nearly nonstop rain.

Dramatic Rainfall Prompts Bacteria Warning At Santa Monica, LA Beaches

Public Health officials cautioned residents against swimming at local beaches for at least 72 hours after rainfall.

Nearly 2,000 Lose Power In Santa Monica Outage

A massive power outage in Santa Monica affected 1,946 customers in Santa Monica Friday morning.

Bacteria Warning Issued For Santa Monica, LA Beaches

The Los Angeles County Department of Health cautions residents before swimming or surfing along the coast.

Santa Monica No Burn Order Remains Through Wednesday

A No-Burn Day advisory was extended Tuesday due to predicted increases in air pollution in LA County.

Coastal Flooding, High Surf Expected In Santa Monica

Cold weather is continuing this week as forecasters expect rain, high winds and coastal flooding to batter LA County.

Rain Advisory Issued Due To High Bacteria Levels In Santa Monica

County officials advised swimmers to avoid beach waters until at least Saturday due to recent rain.

2 Santa Monica Beaches Found To Have Unsafe Bacteria Levels

The Los Angeles County Department of Health cautions residents before swimming or surfing along the coast.

Dangerous Waves and Deadly Rip Currents Predicted In Santa Monica

Forecasters predicted 12-foot waves off the coast of LA County accompanied by deadly rip currents.

Poor Air Quality Prompts Another Wood-Burning Ban In Santa Monica

As poor air quality persists in LA County, chestnuts roasting on an open fire are becoming an unlikely possibility this holiday season.

Heavy Rainstorm Drenches Santa Monica: How Many Inches Fell?

The first major rainstorm of the season pummeled Los Angeles County over three days, see how many inches of rain Santa Monica got.

Flood Watch Extended As Rain Persists In Santa Monica

As the last of this week’s rain falls on the city Friday afternoon, the National Weather Service has issued a new warning

Santa Monica Flood Watch: Where To Find Sandbags

The first major rainstorm of the season is expected to dump up to eight inches of rain in some areas of LA County, forecasters said.

Bacteria Warning Issued For Santa Monica Pier

The Los Angeles County Department of Health cautions residents before swimming or surfing along the coast.

Santa Monica Beach Unsafe For Swimming Due To Bacteria Levels

The Los Angeles County Department of Health cautions residents before swimming or surfing along the coast.

Bacteria Warning Issued For Santa Monica Pier

The Los Angeles County Department of Health cautions residents before swimming or surfing along the coast.

Bacteria Warning Issued For Santa Monica, LA Beaches

The Los Angeles County Department of Health cautions residents before swimming or surfing along the coast.

Ocean Bacteria Levels Unsafe For Swimming In Santa Monica

County health officials cautioned Santa Monica residents from being in the ocean, as bacteria levels exceeded state safety standards.

Bacteria Warning Issued In Santa Monica Due To Rain

Public Health officials cautioned residents against swimming at local beaches for at least 72 hours after rainfall.