Hanford residents should brace for a sharp temperature spike Tuesday as highs near 97°F grip the Central Valley. Relief may come by Thursday when rain chances rise, but the heat will dominate the first half of the week.
According to the National Weather Service in Hanford, sunny skies will lock in over Kings County Tuesday and Wednesday, bringing highs in the upper 90s. Calm morning winds will give way to light afternoon breezes, offering little help against the heat. Those traveling along Highway 198 should plan for hot car interiors and avoid peak afternoon travel when possible.
Wednesday night introduces a change. Clouds move in, followed by a 30 percent chance of rain beginning Thursday morning. Showers may extend into Friday, potentially cooling daytime highs into the low 80s. The shift could bring much-needed relief but also slick road conditions. Motorists should slow down and allow extra travel time if showers develop.
Local farmers and outdoor workers should prepare for long hours under intense sun before the late-week cooldown. Hydration and shaded breaks are critical. Residents are urged to check on elderly neighbors and vulnerable groups through midweek.
The weekend outlook shows partly sunny skies with continued mild rain chances Saturday before sunnier, drier conditions return Sunday. More advisories may follow if rain totals rise.
Five Day Forecast for Hanford, California
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 97°F. Calm to light northwest wind.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high near 97°F. Partly cloudy overnight. Low around 68°F.
- Thursday: 30% chance of rain. High near 90°F. Overnight low around 67°F.
- Friday: 30% chance of rain, partly sunny. High near 80°F.
- Saturday: 20% chance of rain, partly sunny. High near 88°F.
