Boise, Idaho – Residents will experience sweltering heat today as temperatures soar to 94°F. This intense heat will persist into Juneteenth, with the high expected to hit 92°F. Prepare for hot, sunny conditions across the state.
According to the National Weather Service in Boise, calm winds around 6 mph will accompany today’s heat. The high temperatures could impact outdoor activities and vulnerable populations. Hydration is crucial, so carry water bottles if you must be outside. Avoid strenuous activities during the hottest parts of the day.
Thursday, Juneteenth, will bring more heat, though slightly cooler at 92°F. Winds will remain light, becoming calm by the afternoon. This marks a continuation of the warm pattern. Take precautions if celebrating outdoors. Check on neighbors, especially the elderly, to ensure their safety.
Friday offers a slight reprieve with a high of 77°F and mostly sunny skies. Winds will pick up, becoming light west northwest at 10 mph. They could gust as high as 22 mph, providing some relief from the heat. Slight chance of showers arrives Friday night, with temperatures dropping to 45°F.
The weekend forecast shows a chance of showers. Saturday has a 40% chance of showers and a high of 66°F. Sunday also sees a 20% chance of showers, with a high of 70°F. Conditions will remain mostly clear into early next week, with Monday reaching 79°F and Tuesday hitting 86°F.
Five-Day Extended Forecast for Boise, ID:
- Today (Wednesday): High 94°F, Low 58°F – Hot, Mostly Clear
- Thursday: High 92°F, Low 56°F – Hot, Partly Cloudy
- Friday: High 77°F, Low 45°F – Mostly Sunny, Slight Chance Showers
- Saturday: High 66°F, Low 44°F – Slight Chance Showers then Partly Cloudy
- Sunday: High 70°F, Low 44°F – Mostly Sunny
