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Heat Warning Ends, Storms Threaten Holiday Weekend
4 Jul
Summary
- Extreme heat warning is in effect for one final day.
- Scattered storms with damaging winds possible Saturday.
- Air quality alert issued for Cincinnati metro area.
The region is experiencing its final day under an extreme heat warning, with temperatures soaring to 94 degrees and heat index values between 100-105. While a slight chance of storms exists this evening, they are not expected to significantly impact most areas.
The Fourth of July holiday weekend continues with hot and humid conditions. Saturday, July 5th, will see highs near 92 degrees with heat index values between 99-103 degrees, prompting a heat advisory. The primary concern for Saturday will be the return of scattered showers and storms, particularly popping up between 2-3 p.m. and potentially bringing heavy downpours and isolated severe wind gusts.
These storm chances will persist through the evening, with widely scattered activity likely from 4-8 p.m. before beginning to subside. Spotty storms may continue into Sunday, when temperatures are expected to reach the upper 80s. Adding to outdoor concerns, the Southwest Air Quality Agency has issued an air quality alert for the Cincinnati metro area through Sunday.
