HEAT WAVE: Very hot temperatures last throughout this week coupled with sunshine.
Humidity levels drop for Thursday and Friday, which allows for more manageable conditions, however cooling precautions still need to be taken.
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Our 4th heat wave starts today with highs jumping into the mid-90s. It's not closing in on records as records are near 105 or higher. However, feel-like temperatures will be that hot due to the humidity.
Wednesday is the hottest day with highs near 103 degrees. The humidity level will be lower for Thursday and Friday, thus producing a "dry heat" versus a 'humid heat". Air quality may degrade through the second half of the week.
A dry heat actually allows your body to manage temperature better as long as you stay hydrated. It is easier to dehydrate in the heat with lower humidity. It's not going to be like Arizona dry heat, but it won't feel as muggy as it regularly does on our hot days.
Rain arrives for Saturday to ring out the heat. The weekend and next week will feature "regular" July heat with his near normal in the upper 80s.
