Excessive Heat Warning Extended Through Friday For Carlsbad

CARLSBAD, CA — An excessive heat warning has been extended for the San Diego region as a record-breaking heat wave continues to bring scorching temperatures to California.

Temperatures have soared above 100 degrees every day since last Wednesday in Southern California, with little relief in sight until this weekend.

An excessive heat warning that has been in effect all weekend was extended until 8 p.m. Friday for San Diego County, including the city of Carlsbad, according to the National Weather Service. Dangerously hot conditions were expected in the region.

"Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat-related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities," the NWS warned.

The weather service advised community members to stay indoors and seek air-conditioned buildings. People should also drink plenty of water and avoid dehydrating alcoholic, sugary or caffeinated drinks; dress in lightweight, light-colored clothing; eat small but more frequent meals; and keep an eye on those who may be particularly vulnerable to the heat, including small children and the elderly.

"Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke," the NWS advised.

Daily Forecast for Carlsbad

Wednesday
Sunny, with a high near 86. Light and variable wind becoming southwest 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.

Wednesday Night
Patchy fog between 11 p.m. and 2 a.m. Otherwise, mostly clear, with a low around 72. West wind around 5 mph becoming calm.

Thursday
Patchy fog before 11 a.m. Otherwise, mostly sunny, with a high near 86. Light and variable wind becoming west 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph.

Thursday Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 75. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph becoming southeast after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph.

Friday
Partly sunny, with a high near 101. Windy, with an east wind 10 to 20 mph increasing to 25 to 35 mph. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph.

Friday Night
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 76. Breezy. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

Saturday
Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm. Cloudy, with a high near 79. Chance of precipitation is 70%.

Saturday Night
A chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 11 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72.

Sunday
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 78.

Sunday Night
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71.