Excessive Heat Watch for the weekend as temperatures gradually rise

An Excessive Heat Watch has been called for this weekend in anticipation of temperatures more than 5° above average. It will be in place from Saturday morning through Sunday evening. Daily highs of up to 113°F are possible during this time. The average high temperature for this time of year is 105°F. Remember to always practice heat safety!

We are seeing increased ridging (building high pressure) to our east and southeast. This ridge will continue to expand into our area over the coming days, ushering in above-average temperatures.

The First Alert Weather Team is also monitoring what is happening with Hurricane Jova. It is currently a powerful category four hurricane and is expected to continue strengthening over the next 24 hours. Jova is tracking away from Southern California, but some lingering tropical moisture may be drawn into the region this weekend, increasing humidity.

Temperatures will peak this weekend, with highs ~5° above average. The heat won't last as temperatures cool into the middle of next week.

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