National Weather Service United States Department of Commerce

Dangerous Heat in the East; Critical Fire Weather in the Southwest

Dangerous, record-breaking heat will intensify across most of the central and eastern U.S this week. Heat indices will likely exceed 100 degrees. Heat is likely to continue across the eastern U.S. through the Independence Day holiday weekend. Critical fire weather conditions will continue today and likely Tuesday across portions of the Four Corners and northern High Plains. Read More >

Dangerous heat and humidity will return starting Wednesday through Saturday. Heat indices between 100-110° are forecast to occur each day. All time record high temperatures could be challenged. Some relief from the heat will come by Sunday.
The first half of this week will feature a significant warm up as the heat and humidity starts to build by the middle of the week. An Extreme Heat Watch is in effect starting Wednesday for much of the area.
With the dangerous heat and humidity returning to the area, it is important to take steps to stay safe and cool.
Here is a summary climate stats regarding 100°F temperatures.