A recent stretch of hot conditions in Southern California has brought unusually high humidity, contradicting the long-running “dry heat” expectation tied to the region’s Mediterranean climate myth. This summer’s humidity has been the worst locals have seen.
WHO:Local residents and generations of Southern California boosters
WHAT:The region’s usual “perfect” Mediterranean summertime weather pattern—especially the “dry heat” expectation—has been disrupted by unusually high humidity.
WHEN:Reported Sep 9, 2026 at 6:00 AM ET
WHERE:Southern California
WHY:Cause not yet established.
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