More sizzling temperatures in the forecast for Stanislaus County. Here’s what to expect
Stanislaus County residents will have to endure another week of excessive heat, according to the latest forecasts.
Saturday and Sunday were supposed to be the hottest days of the “long duration” heat event, with 111 degrees in the Modesto forecast for Saturday and 109 Sunday. A temperature of 108 degrees was recorded by 4 p.m. Friday in Modesto.
More triple-digit days are forecast for Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, but not as warm as previous forecasts. The National Weather Service predicts 105 on Monday to start the work week and 104 on Tuesday. The overnight lows could dip just below 70 degrees for the first time in days.
Daily high temperatures are expected to hover around 105 degrees from Wednesday until Friday.
The excessive heat is caused by a ridge of high pressure hanging over Northern California. Weather experts say the Central Valley won’t feel relief until the high-pressure ridge moves to the east and lets in cooler air.
The Stanislaus County Office of Emergency Services warned county residents of an excessive heat warning through Wednesday of next week. The daytime heat is a danger to everyone from vulnerable people to healthy individuals.
People are advised to stay in air-conditioned rooms, drink plenty of water and limit exposure to the sun.
The signs of heat exhaustion are sweating, clammy skin, a weak pulse, vomiting and muscle cramps. Heat stroke is a medical emergency with symptoms including a 104 fever, confusion, agitation, nausea and rapid pulse and breathing, according to the Mayo Clinic website.
County OES has a list of cooling zones for the public. During excessive heat warnings, public transit buses waive the fare for passengers going to cooling centers.
This story was originally published July 5, 2024 at 5:00 PM.
