It’s still hot and warm this week, with Southern California’s mostly cool, cloudy springs coming into the culmination of sunny and warmth.
Temperatures on Friday and Saturday will reach 90-100 degrees inland with late 70s and 80s temperatures along the coast. The heat alert will take effect Friday as spring warmth settles at the end of the week.
“We get hot every day,” said Shana Mendiola, NBC4 meteorologist. “It really feels like summer.”
The warm-up shows a dramatic change since the beginning of this week, when temperatures in the Inland Empire were in the ’70s. Some areas climbed in the late ’80s on Thursday, with temperatures nearly 10 degrees higher than normal in many areas.
Extreme heat warnings are possible in the desert. Expect less severe heat recommendations on Saturday for Riverside, San Bernardino, Los Angeles and parts of Ventura counties. The heat advisories that are valid from Friday morning to Saturday night do not include the Los Angeles Basin.
“The good news is that this only lasts for two days,” Mendiola said. “But don’t forget to stay safe in the heat until we get there.”
Temperatures begin to cool off on Mother’s Day on Sunday, but remain normal at highs in the 70s and 80s.
Next week’s predictions will have a sharp cooldown.
Spring Heat Health Tips
Stay hydrated! The more hydrating you are, the more effective your body will be to keep you cool. Drinks – Not a fiery alcoholic drink. This will dehydrate you. Avoid it all day long. If you need to exercise outside, do it early in the morning when the temperature is low. Lightweight, light coloured natural fabrics like cotton and linen help to breathe and sweat and cool you down. Leave the blinds and curtains drawn during the day. This way, make sure your home doesn’t get hot while you’re out. It helps to turn off large appliances and prevent browning! To cool your wrists, run your wrists under the fridge or leave water poured in the fridge to quickly cool the spritz and apply wet wipes to your face. One way is to wash your feet with cold water before going to bed, or take a cold shower before going to bed. Especially if you’re getting hot in the middle of the night or sweating, try putting pillows or sheets in a plastic bag in your fridge during the day to cool down in the bed. I’ll return it to bed at night. The fabric cools down when you are about to sleep. Then bring your pet and make sure there is shade and water. You can prepare for a power outage and know where the cooling centre is!
