SoCal gets break from the heat as rain chances enter the forecast

LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- After a lengthy stretch of extreme temperatures across Southern California, a much-anticipated break from the heat has arrived.

The cooler weather is expected to drop temperatures below seasonal norms through the first half of the week, then temperatures will begin to gradually start warming up by mid-week and into the weekend.

The trough of low pressure dropping our temperatures will also bring some tropical moisture. Some areas will see low rain chances during the middle of the week.

Then, a potential tropical system will make its way into Southern California this weekend, bringing the potential for 1 to 2 inches of rain.

Los Angeles and Orange counties on Monday will see a high of 90 degrees and a low of 64.

The valleys and Inland Empire on Monday can expect sunny and warm conditions, with a high of 93 degrees and a low of 64.

Beach communities on Monday will see a high of 77 degrees and a low of 67. A 20% chance of showers enters the forecast on Tuesday and sticks around the next few days.

Mountain communities on Monday will see mostly sunny skies with a high of 76 degrees and a low of 44.

Desert areas on Monday can expect mostly sunny conditions, with a high of 90 degrees and a low of 55. Palm Springs is expected to reach 103 degrees.

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