What will weather be like at Stanislaus County Fair? Here’s how hot it could get
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- Triple-digit temperatures are expected in Modesto area
- Stanislaus County Fair weather forecast calls for highs near 100 degrees
- The National Weather Service is predicting moderate heat risks
As the Stanislaus County Fair prepares to open its gates, triple-digit temperatures are on the horizon.
Hotter-than-usual weather is returning to the Modesto area, bringing widespread heat risks and high temperatures across the Central Valley, the National Weather Service said on X.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center is expecting a hotter-than-usual summer across much of California, with the northern and eastern regions facing the highest likelihood of above-normal temperatures.
If you’re planning to attend the Stanislaus County fair on opening weekend, here’s when to expect the hottest temperatures — and how to stay cool:
When will triple-digit temperatures return to Modesto area?
Hotter-than-usual temperatures are expected to return to the Modesto area later this week, according to the weather agency.
Starting Thursday, July 10, there’s an increasing chance of triple-digit highs in the Modesto area.
Here’s when triple-digit temperatures are most likely to hit the Modesto area, the weather service said:
- Thursday: 40% chance of highs over 100 degrees
- Friday: 70% chance
- Saturday: 30% chance
- Sunday: 15% chance
- Monday: 30% chance
What’s the weather forecast for Stanislaus County?
On Wednesday, July 9, residents can expect clear, sunny skies and a high temperature of 93 degrees, according to the National Weather Service’s latest seven-day weather forecast.
The overnight low temperature will be 66 degrees.
Winds are expected to range from 5 to 10 mph.
Thursday will see a high near 100 degrees and a low around 69.
The forecast for Friday — opening day at the Stanislaus County Fair — calls for a high near 102 and a low around 69.
On Saturday, the high will reach approximately 100 degrees, with a low around 66.
Sunday will see a high of 100 and a low of 67.
Monday will also be “sunny and hot, with a high near 100,” according to the weather agency.
What does moderate heat risk mean?
Starting Thursday, July 10, Modesto’s heat risk will be moderate, the weather service said.
The heat risk scale provides a forecast that shows the likelihood of heat-related problems occurring.
The scale calculates how hot it is compared to normal, how long the heat lasts, and whether it’s likely to cause health issues based on data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
It ranges from 0, meaning there’s little or no heat risk, to 4, indicating an extreme heat risk.
The heat risk is projected to be 2 on Thursday through Monday, July 14, indicating moderate heat risk.
According to the weather service, moderate heat risk “affects most individuals sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration.”
Who’s most at risk in Modesto area?
Vulnerable individuals include those who are pregnant, newborn infants, children, older adults and those with chronic illnesses.
These groups are more at risk due to age and conditions that make it difficult to regulate high temperatures.
“Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors,” the weather agency said. “Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles.”
When is Stanislaus County Fair in 2025? Where?
The Stanislaus County Fair runs Friday, July 11, through Sunday, July 20, at the fairgrounds, 900 North Broadway in Turlock
The fairgrounds and buildings will open at 4 p.m. Monday through Friday; noon Saturday and Sunday. Buildings will close nightly at 11 p.m., with the carnival and grounds closing at midnight.
How can I stay cool at the Turlock fair?
To stay cool in the heat, the California Department of Public Health said to try and stay indoors during peak heat from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
You should also wear a hat and light-colored clothing; rest in the shade or cooler place and use sunscreen, the state agency said.
“If you feel faint or weak, stop all activity and get to a cool place,” the department said.
Stanislaus County Fair officials told The Modesto Bee that there will be fans, misters, cooling stations, exhibits with air conditioners and water bottle re-filling stations around the fairgrounds to help fairgoers stay cool.
Stanislaus County Fair marketing manager Jose Piña said the fair is also introducing a new sensory quiet room.
“The room is designed to provide a calm environment for those feeling overwhelmed with the noise and crowds,” Piña said. “It will have AC as well.”
