Weather Story

Heat Advisory Extended Through Saturday Evening

Dangerous Fall Heat and Humidity

Heat Index and Wet Bulb Temperature Forecast

Know the Signs of Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke

A dangerous late season heat wave will continue through at least Saturday. The Heat Advisory is effect for the entire region through Saturday evening. Daily high temperatures in the upper 90s to around 100 are expected. With the humidity, peak heat index values are forecast to range from 103 to 109 today and Thursday and 100 to 105 Friday and Saturday.

Dangerous fall heat and humidity will continue through most of the week. High temperatures will approach or break records values. NWS HeatRisk levels of Major (level 3) to Extreme (level 4) are forecast through at least Thursday. Extreme HeatRisk levels are when significant impacts to healthcare systems are possible. If you have outdoor activities planned, consider alternate arrangements to reduce heat exposure and implement heat mitigation plans.

This dangerous late season heat wave will bring peak heat index values of 100 to 110 degrees through Saturday, which may be the latest in the season that 105 degree heat index values have been recorded. Wet bulb globe temperatures will peak at 85 to 90 degrees daily through Sunday. Overnight temperatures will be very warm for mid-September, in the lower to middle 70s during the worst of the heat.

During extreme heat, be sure you know the difference between heat stroke and heat exhaustion, what actions to take, and when to call 9-1-1 for help!