With summer now upon us, expect summer-like conditions this week as high pressure strengthens, pushing temperatures above average, even bringing a slight bump in humidity. Expect mostly sunny skies today with a high around 80 degrees, southwest winds 5-15 mph, gusting to 20 mph during the afternoon. High pressure will strengthen over the area this week, leading to our first heatwave of the summer season as temperatures reach the mid-80s. This ridge may also park itself over Arizona, putting Southern California in a favorable position to draw up limited mid & upper-level moisture. Expect a few afternoon clouds through the middle of the week, with an isolated shower or thunderstorm possible on Wednesday and Thursday, with some nocturnal activity possible! Overall, temperatures will remain above average throughout the week, cooling slightly next weekend as a drier southwest flow develops. Longer range currently looks dry next week and leading up to the Independence holiday, though forecast models hint at additional monsoon moisture returning towards early July.