High temperatures will rise into the 90-95 degree range today through the weekend, according to the National Weather Service.
Although the temperatures themselves are not dangerous, this is the first hot stretch of the season and it can sneak up on people, the weather service said. People should stay hydrated, wear lightweight clothing, and take frequent breaks in air conditioning.
Sensitive individuals, such as the elderly and children, should be monitored as well as pets, according to the weather service.
Do not leave children or pets in cars for even a short time as heat stroke can occur in minutes, the weather service said.
The warm weather will last until Sunday or Monday.
Storms will return Monday and Tuesday and severe weather may be possible with these storms, according to the weather service.
Today’s forecast is sunny and 92-degree. A south southwest wind of 10 to 15 mph will gust as high as 22 mph, the weather service said. Tonight, the low will be around 72.
Saturday, expect sunny skies with a high near 92, and a heat index of 96, the weather service said. A southwest wind will be 9 to 13 mph. Saturday night, the low will be 73.
Sunday, it will be sunny with a high near 92, and a south southwest wind of 7 to 13 mph, according to the weather service. Sunday night, the low will be 73.
Monday, there will be a 50 percent chance of storms and showers, and the high will be near 89, the weather service said. Monday night, there is a 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, with a low of 72.