Lancaster, California Weather:
Active Weather Warnings
Sunday, May 17, 2026
Sunny Weather
Day 79°
Night 52°
Precipitation 2 %
Wind 24 mph
UV Index (0 - 11+) 11
Weather Forecast History
Last Year's Weather on This Day (May 17, 2025)
Windy Weather

Day

66°

Night

54°

Wind

27 mph

UV Index

7

Precipitation

49 %

Weather Alerts and Warnings for

Severe Expected Likely

High Wind Warning

High Wind Warning issued May 16 at 12:17AM PDT until May 17 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
May 16, 12:17 AM May 17, 11:00 PM
WHAT: West winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.

WHERE: Antelope Valley and Western Antelope Valley Foothills.

WHEN: Until 11 PM PDT Sunday.

IMPACTS: Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS: Wind speeds may drop well below warning
levels at times during the daytime hours.
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Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive.
Updated: May 16, 2:06 PM Source: NWS Alert
Moderate Expected Likely

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued May 15 at 4:16AM PDT until May 17 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
May 15, 9:00 PM May 17, 11:00 PM
WHAT: West to northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50
mph expected.

WHERE: Antelope Valley and Western Antelope Valley Foothills.

WHEN: From 9 PM this evening to 11 PM PDT Sunday.

IMPACTS: Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
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Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Updated: May 15, 10:44 AM Source: NWS Alert