Friday will stay sunny and climb to about 95 degrees, slightly below Thursday's Central Valley highs, before a notable weekend cooldown. A Heat Advisory was in effect across the area until 10 p.m. Thursday.
Friday Temperatures Ease Before Weekend Cooldown
The National Weather Service in Hanford expects temperatures to run roughly 5 to 10 degrees above normal Friday. Residents should take the afternoon heat seriously by drinking water, scheduling strenuous outdoor work earlier or later, and checking on people and pets who may struggle in the heat. Friday night turns mostly clear and cooler, with a low around 62.
Saturday Brings Relief, Sunday May Bring Showers
Saturday brings increasing clouds, with a high near 84 degrees and overnight temperatures falling to around 55. Sunday is cooler still, with a high near 78 and a 15% to 20% chance of light showers in valley and foothill locations. There is a 20% to 30% chance of at least 0.10 inch of rain, mainly Sunday afternoon and evening.
Fall-Like Temperatures Set Up Next Week
Monday and Tuesday should remain mostly sunny with highs around 81 and 82, followed by moderating temperatures Wednesday. Overnight lows are expected to be near 50 Sunday and Monday nights. Temperatures should rise closer to seasonal averages by next Thursday. The weather service reports no air-quality issues in the current outlook.
