(11:45PM – Thursday, August 29th, 2024) Thursday update on a heat wave that will continue for one final day on Friday across portions of the state, as a ridge that has been in place across the Central U.S. breaks down to end this week.
Timing & Location…
•Saturday, August 24th – Friday, August 30th: All Of Illinois.
Impacts…
•High temperatures in the mid 80’s to mid 90’s can be expected across affected areas of the state for one final day on Friday.
•Peak heat indices of 90-105 are expected across affected areas of the state for one final day on Friday.
•Rain/t’storm chances will temper conditions for some areas.
Discussion…
•A ridge that has been in place across the Central U.S. is in the process of breaking down to end this week. One final day of hot and humid conditions can be expected across portions of the state on Friday. Rain/t’storm chances will temper conditions for some areas.
Short Term Forecast…
•Fri, August 30th: High temperatures of 85-95 across Central and Southern Illinois, with peak heat indices of 90-105.
