Local weather forecast

Weather in Lake Forest, CA

Updated 2026-09-26 10:30 local time · ZIP codes 92630

Sunny
Now82°F

Sunny

High / Low89° / 70°
Rain chance6%
Wind3 mph
Weather alerts

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Beach Hazards Statement issued September 25 at 8:48PM PDT until September 30 at 4:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA

* WHAT...Elevated surf of 3-5 feet with sets up to 6 feet through next Tuesday. Astronomical tides of 6.0-6.5 feet through Sunday, rising to 6.5-7.0 feet Monday through Wednesday leading to minor tidal overflow. * WHERE...Beaches of Orange and San Diego Counties. * WHEN...Through Wednesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Minor tidal overflow and minor coastal erosion expected during high tides. Additionally, elevated surf will lead to strong rip currents. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides will approach 7.0 feet each morning Monday through Wednesday. These water levels in combination with elevated surf provides a window for moderate coastal flooding on Monday and Tuesday, especially along south and southwest-facing beaches.

Safety instructions

Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.

Beach Hazards Statement issued September 26 at 5:36AM PDT until September 30 at 4:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA

* WHAT...Elevated surf of 3-5 feet with sets up to 6 feet through next Tuesday. Astronomical tides of 6.0-6.5 feet through Sunday, rising to 6.5-7.0 feet Monday through Wednesday leading to minor tidal overflow. * WHERE...Beaches of Orange and San Diego Counties. * WHEN...Through Wednesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Minor tidal overflow and minor coastal erosion expected during high tides. Additionally, elevated surf will lead to strong rip currents. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides will approach 7.0 feet each morning Monday through Wednesday. These water levels in combination with elevated surf provides a window for moderate coastal flooding on Monday and Tuesday, especially along south and southwest-facing beaches.

Safety instructions

Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.

Hourly

Next hours

NowSunny82°1% rain
11 AMPartly Cloudy85°2% rain
12 PMSunny87°1% rain
1 PMSunny88°1% rain
2 PMSunny88°1% rain
3 PMSunny89°1% rain
4 PMSunny88°1% rain
5 PMOvercast86°9% rain
6 PMOvercast83°10% rain
7 PMOvercast80°10% rain
8 PMOvercast80°9% rain
9 PMOvercast78°10% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Overcast
89° 70°Overcast
Rain 6%Gust 9 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Overcast
86° 72°Overcast
Rain 8%Gust 11 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Sunny
80° 67°Sunny
Rain 1%Gust 11 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like82°F
Humidity41%
Pressure29.89 inHg
Visibility6 mi
Wind3 mph W
Wind gusts9 mph
Precipitation0.00 in
UV index3
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:41 AM
Sunset06:42 PM
Moonrise06:38 PM
Moon phaseFull Moon
Next 24 hours

Key weather changes ahead

Warmest hour3 PM · 89°F
Coolest hour4 AM · 73°F
Highest rain chance4 AM · 15%
Strongest gusts12 PM · 18 mph
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Umbrella not essential

Rain chance stays relatively low over the next 12 hours (up to 11%).

Light layers should work

It feels like 82°F with winds near 3 mph.

Best window: 8 PM

80°F, 9% rain chance and 3 mph wind.

Driving conditions look generally normal

Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 18 mph.

Run with a few weather adjustments

Current temperature is 82°F, wind 3 mph, rain chance up to 11%.

Moderate UV protection recommended

UV index is 3. Sunscreen and sunglasses are sensible for longer outdoor time.

Local weather characteristics in Lake Forest

California weather varies from cool marine conditions along parts of the Pacific coast to hot inland valleys, deserts and snowy mountain climates. Short distances can produce large temperature differences.

Lake Forest is part of the West weather region. The forecast point is near 33.65°N latitude and 117.69°W longitude. Local temperature, wind and precipitation can still differ from nearby places, especially where terrain, coastlines or urban development create small-scale weather changes.

Lake Forest weather today

Sunny and 82°F in Lake Forest, CA. Today's high is 89°F with a 6% rain chance. Winds are around 3 mph with gusts near 9 mph. Relative humidity is 41%, pressure is 29.89 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Lake Forest

Sunrise is at 06:41 AM and sunset is at 06:42 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Overcast with a high near 86°F and a low near 72°F. The maximum rain chance is 8%.

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