News Summary
Las Vegas is facing an extreme heat warning with temperatures expected to soar as high as 114 degrees. Residents are advised to take precautions due to the heat dome forming over the region. While some relief may come from returning monsoon moisture and a slight chance of rain later in the week, the danger from heat-related illnesses remains significant. Cooling centers have been activated, and air quality alerts due to nearby wildfires pose additional risks. The intense heat continues as the valley recovers from a brief period of cooler weather.
Las Vegas is facing severe heat as an extreme heat warning has been issued for the region, predicting temperatures could soar as high as 114 degrees. The intense heat is expected to occur due to a high-pressure system forming over the Four Corners area, leading to the establishment of a heat dome. Residents are urged to take precautions against the extreme temperatures that will impact the valley.
The extreme heat warning is effective until 8 p.m. Wednesday, with preliminary forecasts indicating highs of 108 to 114 degrees across the valley. Temperatures are expected to reach 111 degrees on Wednesday and remain near 110 degrees through to the weekend, with overnight lows nearing 90 degrees.
In neighboring regions, temperatures could exceed those in Las Vegas, with Death Valley projected to reach up to 122 degrees and areas along the Colorado River potentially climbing to 116 degrees. This surge in temperatures follows a recent respite, as Las Vegas experienced cooler weather, remaining below seasonal averages for a period.
Weather forecasts indicate that high temperatures will be accompanied by monsoon moisture returning to the area, expected to arrive nearly five days ahead of schedule. This increase in moisture could provide a slight relief from the heat, as the likelihood of prolonged showers may reduce high temperatures somewhat. Rain chances are forecasted to rise significantly throughout the week, with prospects of 20 to 40 percent chance of rain from Thursday through Saturday.
Despite today seeing only a 10% chance of rain in Clark County, nearby counties such as Mohave and Lincoln have better prospects for precipitation. As rain is anticipated, it remains uncertain whether it will be enough to offset the scorching temperatures.
The UV index on Sunday is projected to reach a very high level of 10, underlining the importance of sun protection during this period of extreme heat. Wind speeds will range from 5-20 mph, with gusts expected to reach up to 25 mph over the weekend.
As the extreme heat rolls in, the region has already recorded 87 heat-related deaths in Clark County this year. This figure highlights the dangers posed by the rising temperatures, especially following last month, which was noted as the coolest July Las Vegas has seen since 2015.
In response to the dangerous conditions, cooling centers in Clark County have been activated, providing relief to residents struggling to cope with the heat. These centers will operate during daytime hours through August 14, ensuring that those in need have access to cooler environments. Additionally, air quality alerts owing to California wildfires may further affect the region, creating additional health risks for residents.
For context, since June 15, Harry Reid International Airport has recorded a mere 0.02 inches of rain during this monsoon season, illustrating the generally dry conditions in the area even as the possibility of rain returns. Records indicate that last Tuesday tied for the hottest day of the year, reaching 112 degrees at 4:32 p.m., coming just shy of the record high for August 12, which stands at 115 degrees set in 1937.
As the week progresses, residents are encouraged to stay informed about the changing weather conditions and to take necessary precautions against the impending extreme heat.
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