Heat and humidity consumes the desert

The ridge of high pressure will remain in place over the desert southwest, bringing above-normal and dangerous temperatures to the Coachella Valley. An average high for the date is 106° yet both Palm Springs climbed to 116° this afternoon, tying the record high from 2012. Thermal also tied its record high of 117°.

The Excessive Heat Warning goes into effect at noon on Friday and remains in place through 9:00 p.m. Monday. The Coachella Valley is expecting temperatures up near 118° through the weekend while the High Desert could experience temperatures up to 112°.

Remnants of what was once Hurricane Elida will continue to bring humidity and clouds overhead. The chance for sprinkles and an isolated thunderstorm in the mountains continues through the weekend.

Stay safe and hydrated during this heat wave!