extreme heat

A gradual cooling trend is expected to start Thursday and continue into the weekend.

High temperatures are expected to be well above normal for the Central and South Coasts through the work week.

Along with the heat, dangerous surf and riptide conditions are possible on the Central and South Coasts.

Some inland areas could have highs between 90 and 110 degrees, with the hottest temperatures predicted for Wednesday.

Temperatures could reach 110 degrees in some inland and mountain areas.

The mountains of Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo Counties could have some of the hottest temperatures.

Meteorologists say Tuesday may turn out to be the hottest day of the week, but there won't be significant cooling until the weekend.

The hottest weather is expected on Thursday and Friday.

Inland, mountain areas will see the biggest impacts, with highs 15-20 degrees above normal.

Only slight coooling predicted for the weekend.