Above-average temps return to SoCal. Here's how hot it will get

LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Southern California is experiencing another warm-up this week, bringing the return of above-average temperatures.

A large area of high pressure has moved into SoCal, causing temperatures to jump about 5 to 10 degrees. High temperatures are expected to peak on Wednesday and Thursday.

The heat sticks around for a few days before a slight cooldown begins heading into the weekend.

Meanwhile, our desert and mountain communities can expect thunderstorm chances in the forecast beginning on Friday. Rain chances stick around through the weekend.

Los Angeles and Orange counties on Wednesday will see sunshine with a high of 91 degrees and a low of 68. Temperatures will stay in the low-90s until a slight cooldown arrives in time for the weekend.

The valleys and Inland Empire can expect sunny skies on Wednesday, with a high of 100 degrees and a low of 68. Temperatures will drop back down to the mid-90s by the weekend.

Beach communities will see morning clouds followed by afternoon sunshine on Wednesday, with a high of 80 degrees and a low of 68. Highs drop back to the upper-70s on Thursday.

Mountain communities on Wednesday will see sunny skies with a high of 86 degrees and a low of 55. Thunderstorm chances return on Friday and stick around through the weekend.

Desert areas on Wednesday can expect a high of 105 degrees and a low of 72. Palm Springs is expected to reach 111 degrees. A 20% chance of thunderstorms enters the forecast on Friday and sticks around through the weekend.

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