Pasadena, California Weather
Pasadena, California — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, radar and satellite imagery, tide predictions, marine conditions and a solunar fishing forecast for Pasadena, Los Angeles County.
Tides, marine forecast and fishing conditions near Pasadena. Tide source:
Full aviation weather for Pasadena is published on the San Gabriel Valley Airport (KEMT) page, 12 km away. It carries the current METAR decoded into plain language — surface wind, visibility, cloud layers and ceiling, temperature and dewpoint, and altimeter setting — alongside the raw observation as transmitted. 6 airfields within reach of Pasadena have their own pages, listed below.
The Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) is shown across its full validity period, with each change group broken out so you can see when conditions are expected to shift. Flight category is derived automatically — VFR, MVFR, IFR or LIFR — from reported ceiling and visibility, with runway details and field elevation alongside. Observations update roughly hourly and forecasts several times a day.
Other airports near Pasadena: Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport (KBUR) 21 km · Whiteman Airport (KWHP) 28 km · Santa Monica Municipal Airport (KSMO) 32 km · Van Nuys Airport (KVNY) 32 km · Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport (KPMD) 54 km
Conditions reported at KEMT describe the airfield itself. Weather 12 km away can differ, particularly in terrain or near the coast. For conditions at Pasadena specifically, see the current conditions and forecast above.
About Pasadena, California
Pasadena unfolds against a dramatic backdrop, its geography sculpted by the San Gabriel Mountains that rise like ancient titans to the north, their slopes often dusted with a soft, ethereal light. It lies 2.2 miles north of South Pasadena, CA (from South Pasadena, CA: bearing 9°T), and is situated 8.7 miles north-east of Los Angeles. This proximity to the mountains influences the very air of Pasadena, lending it a crispness even on warmer days, and dictates the gentle eastward slope of its terrain towards the Arroyo Seco, a significant natural channel that has shaped its history and urban design. Originally a land of citrus groves and agricultural bounty, Pasadena's founding was deeply intertwined with the vision of settlers seeking fertile soil and a salubrious climate, a legacy still palpable in its verdant streets and the enduring appreciation for its natural setting. The city's economy, though diversified today, retains echoes of its agricultural past, now bolstered by thriving sectors in technology, education, and research, drawing talent and investment to its well-established foundations. The cultural character of Pasadena is one of refined elegance and intellectual curiosity, a spirit often personified by its distinguished institutions. The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens stands as a beacon of this character, offering a world-class repository of knowledge and beauty, while the Norton Simon Museum showcases an impressive collection of art that graces its halls with timeless artistry. Pasadena's universities, most notably the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), are globally renowned centers of scientific endeavor, fostering innovation that resonates far beyond the city's borders. The iconic Rose Bowl Stadium is not merely a sports venue but a landmark of national significance, hosting the annual Tournament of Roses Parade, a vibrant celebration of community and floral artistry that draws throngs each New Year's Day. This enduring tradition, along with the city’s commitment to preserving its architectural heritage and fostering a lively arts scene, paints a portrait of Pasadena as a place where history and forward-looking ambition gracefully coalesce.
Live animated radar for Pasadena and surroundings — RainViewer.
NOAA GOES-16 GEOCOLOR — live animated loop updated every 10 minutes. Shows cloud cover, storm systems and weather patterns across the continental US.
Source: NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East · Public domain · Auto-updates on page reload
| Location | Pasadena, Los Angeles County, California |
| Coordinates | 34.147785°N, 118.144516°W |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 91101, 91103, 91102, 91104, 91105 |
| Area Code | 310, 424 |
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Pasadena, California Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Pasadena, California, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Aviation weather — live METAR observations and TAF forecasts — is published separately on the pages for the nearest reporting airports, linked from the aviation section above. Additional sections may include tide predictions, wave height, wave direction and sea-surface temperature, a barometric pressure trend, and a solunar-based fishing forecast with a fishing-conditions rating for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live USGS river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Pasadena includes coordinates 34.147785°N, 118.144516°W, situated in Los Angeles County. ZIP code 91101, 91103, 91102, 91104, 91105. Telephone area code: 310, 424. Timezone: Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. River and stream data is sourced from the USGS National Water Information System. Tide predictions are sourced from NOAA CO-OPS; marine and solunar data are modeled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East and is public domain.
