Showers and Storms in the East; Dangerously Hot and Dry in the West

Scattered showers and storms are expected across portions of the Central and Eastern U.S. through the end of the week. Meanwhile, dangerous heat will intensify across the Desert Southwest and Intermountain West. Hot, dry weather and increasing winds will allow elevated wildfire conditions to return to the northern Intermountain West, where air quality issues persist from ongoing fires. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Thu, Aug 6, 2026 at 2:58:35 pm PDT

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Extreme Heat Warning

Heat Advisory

Dangerous Heat Continues through Sunday

Dangerous Desert Heat Continues through Sunday

Elevated Fire Danger Through this Weekend

UPDATED Wednesday, August 5th, 2026: The Heat Advisory is now in effect until 8 PM PDT Sunday. Dangerous Heat will continue in the San Joaquin Valley, west side hills, lower Sierra Nevada foothills, Lake Isabella, and the Kern River Valley until at least Sunday. Widespread triple digit heat will persist in these areas with overnight lows in the mid 70s to near 80 at the hottest locations.

Updated Wednesday Aug 5, 2026 - The Extreme Heat Warning is now in effect for the Indian Wells Valley, the Mojave Desert and Mojave Desert Slopes in eastern Kern County through 8 PM Sunday. Afternoon highs up to 112 degrees are expected, and morning lows in the mid 70s to lower 80s will provide little relief. Stay hydrated, use air conditioning and remain in cool places during the day, and avoid outdoor activities during the warmest parts of the day.

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Showers and Storms in the East; Dangerously Hot and Dry in the West

NWS Forecast Office Hanford, CA