A dangerous heat wave will continue to grip San Diego County valleys, mountains and deserts Friday, through the weekend and into next week.
An excessive heat warning will be in effect until 8 p.m. Saturday in the San Diego County deserts, with temperatures potentially reaching 120 degrees, and in the mountains, where the mercury could rise to 105 degrees at elevations below 5,000 feet, according to the National Weather Service.
“Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities,” NWS forecasters warned. “Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water.”
A less severe heat advisory will be in effect until 8 p.m. Saturday in the San Diego County valleys, although temperatures there could still reach 102, forecasters said.
“Hot weather will continue in the valleys, mountains and deserts through the weekend,” according to the NWS. “A brief surge of monsoonal moisture Sunday and Monday will bring mid level clouds and a slight chance of afternoon thunderstorms to the mountains and high deserts. The marine layer will continue to moderate the heat near the coast. Hot weather will continue through most of next week.”
Along the coast Friday, it was expected to be mostly sunny with high temperatures from 76 to 81 degrees, the NWS said. The inland valleys were expected to be mostly sunny with highs from 84 to 89 degrees. It should be mostly sunny in the mountains with highs from 94 to 104. The deserts were expected to be mostly sunny with highs from 115 to 120.
–City News Service
