Wednesday the Heat Continues

Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…

Summer took a break for a while this year but she has returned and returned in full force. We still have yet to reach 95 degree day but the afternoons are still scorching with the sun in full swing, high humidity and even a nice breeze. Clear skies have dominated the overnight with the stars lighting up the sky.

Today the upper level High pressure system is still sitting over the Gulf States causing extensive heat to many across the US. With a high pressure system we see sinking air and across the southeast you can barely buy a cloud. The heat is causing a lot of problems ( 22 states yesterday had heat watches or warnings) which proves how careful you need to be- stay hydrated, limit the activity during peak hours and of course wear sunscreen if you are outdoors.

We will continue to see the sunshine for the next several days with highs even rising a few degrees into the weekend. This high will begin its track towards our area and with that center closer we will warm up even more. Highs today will be in the mid 90’s with upper 90’s by the weekend. Overnights will continue to be clear with temperatures in the mid 70’s.

Again, although the thermometer may read one temperature factoring in the humidity makes it feel 5-10 degrees warmer. By the weekend we may see a decrease in the humidity which will help us to drop the high heat indices however the temperatures will still make it H-O-T.

Have a great day!