SoCal sees gradual warmup with several sunny days ahead

LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Southern California will see a warmup and lots of sunshine this week before rain chances return.

Temperatures are beginning to gradually climb before we see a more significant warmup heading into the weekend. Many areas will see the return of highs in the 80s.

Santa Ana winds are expected to briefly pick up in canyon and mountain pass areas on Thursday.

Then, enjoy a mostly sunny weekend before rain chances arrive early next week. For now, most areas are forecasted to see about a 20 to 30% chance of showers on Monday and Tuesday.

Los Angeles and Orange counties on Wednesday will see monring clouds followed by afternoon sunshine, with a high of 74 degrees and a low of 52. Winds are expected to pick up on Thursay, especially in the canyon pass areas.

The valleys and Inland Empire on Wednesday can expect sunny skies with a high of 77 degrees and a low of 55. Temperatures begin to warm up on Thursday, with the return of highs in the 80s.

Beaches on Wednesday will see a mix of clouds and sunshine, with a high of 67 degrees and a low of 51.

Mountain communities on Wednesday can expect sunny skies with a high of 61 degrees and a low of 28. Winds up to 45 mph are possible on Thursday in the mountain pass areas.

Desert areas on Wednesday will be sunny with a high of 76 degrees and a low of 41. Palm Springs is expected to reach 89 degrees.

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