Extreme Heat Warning Issued for Southern California Deserts
An Extreme Heat Warning has been issued by the NWS San Diego CA for Coachella Valley, San Diego County Deserts, and San Gorgonio Pass near Banning. Dangerously hot conditions, with high temperatures between 110 and 115 degrees Fahrenheit, are expected from the morning of July 26 until the evening of July 27.
The National Weather Service (NWS) San Diego CA issued an Extreme Heat Warning on July 26 at 5:23 AM PDT. This warning covers the Coachella Valley, San Diego County Deserts, and San Gorgonio Pass near Banning, and is scheduled to remain in effect until July 27 at 8:00 PM PDT.
Forecasts indicate dangerously hot conditions across the affected regions. High temperatures are expected to range from 110 to 115 degrees Fahrenheit. Additionally, overnight low temperatures are predicted to be in the mid-80s to low-90s.
The NWS has identified a Major to locally Extreme HeatRisk for this period. Elevated low temperatures will limit overnight relief from the heat. Heat-related illnesses are expected to increase significantly during this extreme heat event.