Hanford, California – Hanford and the broader San Joaquin Valley are baking under a prolonged heat wave this weekend, with daily highs set to top 100°F through at least Wednesday, posing a serious risk to outdoor workers, pets, and anyone without access to cooling.
According to the National Weather Service in Hanford, daytime temperatures will reach 100°F to 102°F daily through midweek, while overnight lows will remain uncomfortably warm—hovering near 70°F. Winds are expected to stay light, providing little natural relief, especially during peak afternoon hours.
Labor Day itself will bring continued extreme heat with a projected high of 102°F, making holiday gatherings outdoors potentially dangerous without adequate shade and hydration. Cities across the Central Valley—including Lemoore, Visalia, and Fresno—will experience similar conditions.
Residents are urged to limit outdoor activity between noon and 6 p.m., stay hydrated, and never leave children or pets in parked vehicles. Cooling centers may be available locally; check with Kings County public health resources for updates.
This heat trend is expected to continue through at least Wednesday, with only a slight dip possible by late next week. Additional advisories could be issued if overnight temperatures continue to rise or if fire danger increases further.
Five-Day Forecast for Hanford, California:
- Saturday: Sunny and hot, high near 100°F. Light northwest wind.
- Sunday: Sunny, high near 101°F. Calm morning, light afternoon wind.
- Labor Day (Monday): High of 102°F. Very hot, minimal breeze.
- Tuesday: High of 102°F again. Mostly sunny with light wind.
- Wednesday: High of 102°F. Prolonged heat continues.
