Aug 21, 2023

Excessive heat will blanket the region

Posted Aug 21, 2023 11:28 AM

● Excessive Heat Warning extended to Thursday evening for the entire area.

● Air temperatures in the shade are expected to range from 100 to 111 degrees. Forecast highs are near or above the record, potentially being the longest heat wave of 100+ highs since 2011 (10 days at or above 100 degrees).

● Heat indices will generally be in the 107 to 115 degree range each afternoon. The hottest days (today and Tuesday) could reach up to 120+ degrees for heat indices in some areas 

● Confidence remains high (80-100%) through Thursday on 100+ temperatures.