Heat Wave

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

Inland temperatures are predicted to be up to 110.

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

Highs could reach 90 on the coast, and top out at 105 to 110 in the foothills and mountains.

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

Temperatures could be 20 to 35 degrees above normal for this time of year.

The remnants of Tropical Storm Lorena continue the chance of afternoon and evening thunderstorms on Wednesday and Thursday for the Ventura and Los Angeles County mountains. However, most moisture is expected to remain east of the Tri-Counties.

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.