Hanford, California – Hanford residents should prepare for a prolonged stretch of dangerous heat as temperatures climb toward 104°F by Friday, with highs above 100°F expected every day through Sunday. The relentless heat will increase health risks, strain local utilities, and threaten outdoor plans across Kings County.
According to the National Weather Service, Hanford and the greater San Joaquin Valley will see sunny skies and rising temperatures each day, starting with a high near 97°F Monday, climbing to 101°F by Thursday, and peaking at 104°F on Friday. Overnight lows will offer little relief, staying in the upper 60s and low 70s all week. Northwest winds of 5 to 10 mph may bring slight afternoon relief, but are not expected to lower the risk of heat-related illness.
City workers are urging residents to limit outdoor activity, stay hydrated, and check on vulnerable neighbors, especially the elderly and young children. Local cooling centers are open at the Hanford Civic Auditorium and Lemoore Community Center. Kings County schools and outdoor youth programs may adjust schedules due to the excessive heat.
Officials recommend using air conditioning when possible, charging devices, and avoiding peak-hour power use to prevent outages. The region is experiencing one of its hottest early July stretches in recent years, following a cooler-than-average June.
Dangerous heat is expected to persist through Sunday, with additional advisories possible if conditions worsen. Stay tuned for updates and plan for extreme summer weather.
Five-Day Hanford, CA Weather Forecast:
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 97°F, low 64°F. Light winds.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 97°F, low 67°F. Light northwest breeze.
- Thursday: Hot, high 101°F, low 70°F. Mostly clear night.
- Friday: Hot, high 104°F, low 69°F. Sunny, little relief overnight.
- Saturday: Hot, high 103°F, low 70°F. Continued dry and clear.
