The warning will prompt at 1 p.m. Monday afternoon and is expected to go through to 8 p.m. Monday night with temperatures reaching to around 93 degrees and heat indexes pushing higher to around 102 degrees.
This warning includes southeastern Minnesota, northeastern Iowa and west central Wisconsin.
Temperatures will again be high on Tuesday, reaching tiny the mid-80s, but will begin dropping soon after. Temperatures by the end of the week are expected to be in the high 70s.
Dangerous Heat
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - We will be dealing with dangerous heat over the next several days.
Overnight, our lows fall into the low to mid 70s as we have a very warm and muggy night ahead of us. Dew points remain in the 70s through the night.
We are even hotter on Monday as highs reach the low to mid 90s. Our heat index values will easily reach the triple digits, and some areas will be approaching 110 degrees. For this reason, an Excessive Heat Warning has been issued for Monday from 11 AM to 8 PM. Several schools have decided to release students early to avoid the hottest parts of the day. You can find a full list of closures, cancellations, and early dismissals on the KCRG Website. We could see a few storms pass through the area late Monday night as lows fall into the low to mid 70s. Not everyone will see impacts from these and they exit the area early Tuesday morning.
Make sure you’re drinking plenty of water and avoiding time outside. If you have any outdoor plans, consider moving them to early in the morning or late in the evening to avoid the hottest parts of the day. Wear lightweight, loose fitting clothing, and consider wearing a well-ventilated hat with a wide brim to keep the sun off of your head and neck if you’re spending time outside. Also make sure you’re checking on pets, kids, and neighbors, and know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Finally, always double check the back seat of your car when you’re running errands to make sure kids and pets aren’t being forgotten about and left in a hot car.
Heat Watch Continues Tuesday
With highs once again in the low to mid 90s on Tuesday and sweltering dew points in the 70s, an Excessive heat watch has been issued for parts of eastern Iowa from Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening. Heat index values could once again approach 110 degrees in our hottest areas.
There is also a chance for storms Tuesday afternoon. The severe risk has been largely moved out of our area, but some of our far northeast counties could still see a few strong to severe storms, with gusty winds and hail being the primary impacts.
Temperatures Cool Down By The End Of The Week
We will see our temperatures gradually cool off as we head towards the middle and end of the work week. A cold front moves through Thursday into Friday, and brings another chance or scattered showers and storms. Once the front moves through, we see a return to seasonable temperatures, just in time for the start of high school and college football.
Ottumwa Braces for Scorching Temperatures
OTTUMWA, Iowa (KYOU) - Dangerous heat works it’s way into our area as we start the work week.
After a hot afternoon, we remain very warm and muggy overnight. Low temperatures and dew points are in the 70s under partly cloudy skies. We turn up the heat even more on Monday, as high temperatures climb into the mid 90s and dew points in the 70s push heat index values close to or above 110 degrees. For this reason, an Excessive Heat Warning will go into effect between 11 AM and 8 PM on Monday. We are muggy again Monday night with lows in the 70s and Tuesday is another hot day, with heat index values close to 110. An excessive heat watch has been issued from Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening. Temperatures gradually cool off by midweek as storm chances return by Wednesday and Thursday. A cold front comes through towards the end of the week and knocks out temperatures down to near-average by next weekend.
Kenosha County Also Under Heat Advisory
Western Kenosha County's news source
The heat advisory is set to be in effect 1 to 8 p.m. Monday. During that period, the high temperature is expected to reach 92 with heat index values as high as 103, says the latest, local NWS forecast.
The excessive heat watch is set to be in effect from 1 to 8 p.m., Tuesday. During that period the high temperature is expected to reach 94 with heat index as high as 107, says the latest, local NWS forecast.
Temperatures are expected to begin a slow decline Wednesday culminating with a high of 76 Sunday.
There also is 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms Early Monday and later Tuesday and a 30 percent chance of showers or a t-storm Tuesday night.
Staying Safe In The Heat
The National Weather Service recommends staying hydrated, taking breaks in the shade or air conditioning, and wearing loose-fitting, light-colored clothing. It is also important to check on elderly neighbors, pets, and children who may be more vulnerable to the heat.
It's crucial to be aware of the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Heat exhaustion symptoms include heavy sweating, weakness, dizziness, headache, and nausea. If you experience these symptoms, seek medical attention immediately. Heat stroke is a serious medical condition that can be fatal. Symptoms include a high body temperature, confusion, rapid heartbeat, and loss of consciousness. If someone is suffering from heat stroke, call 911 immediately.
Stay cool and safe during this heat wave.
