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Last Map Update: Wed, Aug 19, 2026 at 7:26:41 am CDT

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Another very hot day is expected across the region. A Heat Advisory is in effect for the eastern South Plains and areas off the Caprock, where temperatures are once again forecast to be between 105 to 109 degrees. Limit time outdoors and stay hydrated!

Very hot, near-record temperatures are forecast again today, with values in the low 100s on the Caprock and between 105 to 109 degrees off the Caprock. Limit time outdoors, and stay hydrated! A few isolated storms are possible over the far southwest Texas Panhandle this evening, but most of the area will stay dry.

The hot and mostly dry weather will continue through the weekend, with highs in the upper 90s and low 100s on the Caprock and between 100 and 110 off the Caprock. Aside from an isolated storm near the Texas-New Mexico border Thursday evening, dry conditions are expected.

Very hot conditions are expected to continue through the end of August. Take the necessary precautions to keep yourself and your pets safe from this prolonged heat.

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