Fresno, CA – A significant warmup is expected across Central California early next week, with temperatures reaching the mid-80s in parts of the San Joaquin Valley and Sierra Nevada foothills. Tuesday is projected to be the hottest day, with areas like Bakersfield, Fresno, and Coalinga seeing the highest chances of exceeding 85°F.
According to the National Weather Service in Hanford, Bakersfield has a 95% chance of surpassing 85°F on Tuesday, with Coalinga following at 80%. The foothills of the Sierra Nevada, including El Portal, also have elevated chances of hitting 80°F or higher. The heat is expected to taper off by midweek.
Residents are advised to stay hydrated, limit outdoor activities during peak afternoon hours, and be mindful of fire risks, as warm and dry conditions could elevate wildfire concerns. While this heat event is brief, it marks an early taste of summer-like weather in the region.
Cooler conditions are expected to return later in the week, with temperatures dropping to more seasonal norms. For the latest updates, residents should monitor forecasts from the National Weather Service.
