Here's How Hot It May Get In Pinole, Hercules This Week

PINOLE AND HERCULES, CA — Heat is expected to return to Pinole, Hercules and the Bay Area during the latter half of this week as high pressure builds over the region.

The hottest afternoon is likely to be on Thursday when temperatures warm to 15-25 degrees above normal and inland locations likely exceed 90 degrees, according to the National Weather Service.

Meanwhile, forecasters expect coastal areas to reach into the 80s with the possibility of a few locations approaching 90.

In Pinole, the high temp Thursday is forecast to reach 85 and in Hercules, it is expected to reach 86.

The short duration of this heat event and adequate overnight cooling will likely limit overall heat risks for the general population, the National Weather Service said. However, those sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration will be at risk of heat-related illnesses.

Here is the National Weather Service's current 7-day forecast for the Pinole and Hercules area:

Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 70. Northwest wind around 7 mph.

Tuesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 48. West northwest wind around 6 mph becoming calm in the evening.

Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 83. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph.

Wednesday Night: Clear, with a low around 54. Calm wind becoming east northeast 5 to 8 mph after midnight.

Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 86. East wind 6 to 14 mph.

Thursday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 55.

Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 82.

Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 52.

Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 75.

Saturday Night: Clear, with a low around 49.

Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 67.

Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 44.

Monday: Sunny, with a high near 60.