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Last updated on July 12, 2024 at 9:12 p.m.
Steve Rudin, 7News First Alert Meteorologist
EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING UNTIL 8 P.M. MONDAY
EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING 11 A.M.-8 P.M. TUESDAY
MONDAY EVENING:
Isolated Showers and Storms End
Temperatures: 90s to 80s
Heat Index: 90s
Winds: South 5-10 mph
An excessive heat warning has been posted for areas inside and around the beltway until 8 p.m. for heat index values around 112 degrees. Although limited risk, there is a possibility of a few pop-up showers or thunderstorms developing into early evening, which could provide some temporary relief from the heat. It is possible that one or two isolated storms may intensify and become strong or severe.
MONDAY NIGHT:
Scattered Clouds
Lows: 75-82
Heat Index: 80s
Winds: Southwest 5-10 mph
It will be a warm and humid night with temperatures not falling below 80 degrees in the city. Heat index values will stay in the 80s.
TUESDAY:
Very Hot, Isolated Storms
Highs: 97-102
Heat Index: 105-110+
Winds: Southwest 5-10 mph
Dangerous heat continues with forecast high temperatures in the low 100s. An excessive heat warning has been posted. by the National Weather Service. The heat index will run from 105 to 110 degrees during the afternoon, which is why excessive heat watches have been issued. A pop-up shower or thunderstorm is possible during the afternoon, but rain chances only sit around 20%.
WEDNESDAY:
Partly Sunny
Highs: 93-98
Heat Index: 105-110
Winds: Southwest 5-10 mph
This will be the last really hot and humid day of the week before a welcome drop in temperatures and humidity. High temperatures will likely top out below 100 degrees, but heat index values will peak around 105 degrees. Scattered showers and storms are likely during the afternoon and evening, as a cold front approaches the area.
THURSDAY:
Partly Sunny
Highs: around 85
Winds: North 10-15 mph
It will be noticeably cooler with highs in the mid 80s. Humidity levels will be slowly falling, as well. Lingering showers are possible with the passage of the cold front.
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