The kids are back to school, team sports will be gobbling up weekend free time — sorry to deliver the bad news, summer vacation is coming to a close.
For many, the Labor Day holiday marks their last hurrah for summer, a chance to soak in the sun and warm weather before life speeds back up and, ultimately, the cooler temperatures start to bring a fall chill to the air.
But don’t put those bathing suits away just yet – this weekend will be a scorcher, with warmer-than-normal temps in the forecast to put a proper end to the summer season.
As summer comes to an end, beachgoers enjoy a sunset walk along the surf near the Huntington Beach Pier in Huntington Beach on Monday, Aug. 25, 2025. (Photo by Leonard Ortiz, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Coastal temps will be in the upper 70s, while