Heat Builds in the West; Extremely Critical Fire Weather in the Northwest

A heat wave over the Southwest will intensify this week, peaking and expanding into the Intermountain West and northern High Plains this weekend. Critical to extremely critical fire weather conditions are forecast from the Northwest and the northern Great Basin this weekend. Particularly Dangerous Situation Red Flag Warnings have been issued. Read More >

Saturday August 1, 2026

Dry conditions today, though more noticeably breezy and humid this afternoon. An active weather pattern returns tomorrow, with strong thunderstorms & heavy rain possible. Daily chances for showers & thunderstorms will persist into much of next week as hot, humid conditions persist.