Final day of excessive heat this week

It was a hot and humid day across the low desert. Dew point temperatures in the 60s and 70s were felt around the Coachella Valley as a southerly flow provided the moisture. The air temperature still exceeding 110°.

The Excessive Heat Warning in effect for the Coachella Valley will remain in effect until 8:00 p.m.

The ridge of high pressure that's been hovering over Southern California is weakening. This will allow our valley temperatures to cool.

Looking ahead to the weekend, both low and high temperatures will trend near normal.

The latest drought monitor was released today. Now, more than 46% of the Golden State is experiencing 'exceptional' drought conditions. To read more about how these numbers compare to past dates, click here.

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