Hanford drivers could face triple-digit heat through Tuesday before a brief chance of showers offers limited relief midweek. Officials urge residents to limit outdoor activity, hydrate often, and check on vulnerable neighbors as conditions stay dangerous.
According to the National Weather Service, a Heat Advisory remains in place until 8 a.m. Monday with highs expected near 101°F. A 30% chance of thunderstorms arrives Tuesday afternoon and evening, though rainfall totals will be light. The advisory warns travelers on Highway 198 and nearby farm roads to prepare for slick surfaces if storms hit.
In Hanford and surrounding Kings County communities, Monday will be mostly sunny with highs near 101°F and light northwest winds. Tuesday brings another 100°F high before isolated showers develop. By Wednesday, skies clear and highs settle near 98°F, still above normal but slightly more manageable.
Valley residents planning early Labor Day weekend outings can expect mainly sunny skies. Temperatures remain hot, near the upper 90s through Friday and Saturday, before winds increase slightly by Sunday. Outdoor events will face dry conditions, but anyone heading to local parks or farmlands should keep water on hand and avoid peak afternoon sun.
The National Weather Service advises avoiding non-essential travel during the hottest part of the day, especially for those without air conditioning. Pets should be kept indoors and never left in parked vehicles.
Heat remains the primary concern until midweek, but the return of sunshine will set the stage for a dry Labor Day holiday. More advisories could be issued if heat lingers.
Five Day Forecast for Hanford, CA
- Tuesday: High near 100°F, 30% chance of showers after 2 p.m.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high near 98°F, low around 68°F.
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 97°F, low around 67°F.
- Friday: Sunny, high near 97°F, low around 68°F.
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 97°F, breezy in afternoon.
