The temperature in Juneau could rise to around 80 degrees by Friday, while the weekend heat wave will bring sunshine and clear skies in Southeast Alaska.
National Weather Service meteorologist Kimberly Vaughn stated that the ridge of high pressure brings heat through getting rid of Southeast’s usual cloud cover.
span style=”font-weight 400 ;”>”The high pressure is causing things to fall towards the ground” the woman said. “That’s why, a lot of times, you’ll see blue skies.”
The normal temperatures for the initial week of July have typically fluctuated in the low 60s. However there are instances of exceptions. This heatwave is predicted for Juneau’s record-breaking day for hottest temperatures in temperature records, which was 90 degrees on July 7, 1975.
Despite record-breaking temperatures across the country and around the world local meteorologists do not expect any record-breaking temperatures in Southeast.
The term “heat wave” is a relative term.
It’s a span style=”font-weight 400 ;”>”Our heat wave is currently in the mid 80s” Vaughn said. “You know, areas like Texas will not be able to be as thrilling for them. .”
Meteorologists are keeping an eye on the marine layer that could bring cloud cover in and sea breezes that will keep temperatures from getting too high particularly for the coasts to the west.
Last month, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration declared the arrival of El Nino, a period of warmer-than-average ocean temperatures in the Pacific, which happens naturally every 2 to 7 years.
El Nino sets the stage for warmer temperatures than normal However, it’s just one of many variables that forecasters take into consideration. Furthermore, El Ninos reach their full power in winter months, which means warmer temperatures are more likely in the coming summer.
On this weekend warm temperature and the dry climate will raise the chance of a the possibility of a fire.
Injuries from heat are also feasible, particularly for children, pets and elderly adults. It is recommended that people take plenty of fluids and rest after prolonged outdoor time.
