SoCal is finally getting relief from the heat. Here's how long it will last

LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Southern California is getting a much-needed break from the heat as a low-pressure system lingers over the region after days of scorching temperatures.

The area of low pressure from the Pacific Northwest is bringing significant cooling to Southern California this week. Some areas are even seeing below-average temperatures.

Enjoy the cooler weather while it lasts. A very mild warm-up enters the forecast at the end of next week, though temperatures aren't expected to get extremely warm.

Los Angeles and Orange counties on Tuesday can expect clouds in the morning followed by afternoon sunshine, with a high of 82 degrees and a low of 61. Temperatures are expected to gradually fall more heading into Wednesday and Thursday, bringing below-average highs.

The valleys and Inland Empire will see a high of 84 degrees and a low of 58 on Tuesday. Expect highs in the low-to-mid 80s for the next few days, with a slight warm-up to the upper-80s by Friday and into the weekend.

Beach communities on Tuesday will see morning clouds and the possibility of some drizzle, with a high of 75 degrees and a low of 66.

Mountain areas can expect sunny and breezy conditions on Tuesday, with a high of 74 degrees and a chilly overnight low of 47. Expect similar conditions all week.

Desert communities will see sunshine with a high of 88 degrees and a low of 59 on Tuesday. Palm Springs is expected to reach a high of 100 degrees.

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