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After a scorching summer marked by extended and intense heat waves, fall is now less than a month away. According to forecasts from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the next three months will bring cooler temperatures, little rainfall, and the arrival of the La Niña climate phenomenon.
From the Central Valley down to the Southern Coast, California’s fall 2025 looks set to be cooler and drier than usual, particularly in September, with only occasional thunderstorms breaking the heat, according to NOAA, Northern California might see some localized showers by October, but SoCal will likely stay mostly dry.
Fall in Los Angeles may feel a bit different from the recent summer heat waves. NOAA scientists say La Niña conditions are likely to develop, which usually brings cooler days and less rain to Southern California. Early fall could bring a few cooler, slightly wetter moments in some areas, but November will likely return to dry, mild conditions.
At the same time, the Pacific Ocean off the SoCal coast is cooler than usual, reducing the chance of significant rainfall. This may make the season feel more refreshing, but drought and wildfire risks are expected to remain high.