Triple Digits Expected In Dublin Saturday; Heat Advisory Issued

DUBLIN, CA — July is certainly making its presence known in Dublin and across the state: temperatures are expected to climb up to triple digits Saturday in the first major heatwave of the year. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Dublin, interior portions of the East Bay, North Bay, South Bay, Santa Cruz Mountains, and interior Monterey and San Benito counties.

The advisory is in effect from 11 a.m. Friday until 11 p.m. Sunday.

In Dublin, temperatures are as high as 95 degrees Friday afternoon, but they feel closer to 106, according to Accuweather. Highs will reach 101 Saturday, but it will feel like 103. Sunday will drop to 97, and temperatures will begin cooling off Monday, when a high of 90 is projected. Anyone planning to go to the parade or enjoy a July 4 barbecue can rejoice: highs are expected to be a comparatively moderate 87 degrees on Tuesday. Highs in the low 80s and upper 70s are expected for the remainder of the week.

The inner East Bay can expect the highest temperatures, but the heatwave is baking most of California. San Jose, Fremont, Santa Rosa and Napa can all expect temperatures in the 90s, while Los Angeles is expected to climb into the upper 80s and low 90s.

The National Weather Service recommends the following safety tips to a public accustomed to a cooler-than-usual winter and spring:

• Drink plenty of fluids
• Avoid spending time outside if possible, and stay out of the sun
• Know the signs of heat stroke, which include a throbbing headache, confusion, nausea, dizziness, fever, strong pulse, fainting, and more
• Keep the air conditioning on
• Wear loose and lightweight clothing
• Never leave young children or pets unattended in a vehicle

The community is welcome to escape the heat at city facilities, including:

• Dublin Civic Center
• Dublin Heritage Park and Museums
• Dublin Public Library
• Dublin Senior Center
• Shannon Community Center
• The Wave