Scattered afternoon thunderstorms will again favor the central mountain chain before moving southward over surrounding lower elevations Saturday. Drier and hotter weather arrives Sunday.
Drier and hotter weather arrives Sunday into next week. A moderate risk of heat induced illnesses results from highs in the 90s to low 100s for lower elevation areas.
Temperatures will rise over the next week with minor to moderate heat- related impacts likely. Moderate heat risk affects those who are sensitive to heat, especially those without cooling/hydration, and some health systems and industries.