Hour-by-Hour Heat Index for Today; Plus, Hazardous Weather Outlook

Another hot and muggy day is expected for the Cleveland area with thunderstorms possible throughout the day and more likely tonight.

Temperatures will be at or slightly above 90 degrees for much of the Cleveland area on Wednesday. High moisture in the air will result in uncomfortably hot and humid conditions with peak afternoon heat index values expected to top out near 100 degrees, according to a Hazardous Weather Outlook statement issued by the National Weather Service.
Here is an hour-by-hour look at today’s heat:

• 2 p.m.: Temp, 90 - Heat Index, 98
• 4 p.m.: Temp, 92 - Heat Index, 101
• 6 p.m.: Temp, 88 - Heat Index, 96
• 8 p.m.: Temp, 85 - Heat Index, 93
• 10 p.m.: Temp, 82 - Heat Index, 87

Those out and about in the heat are reminded to avoid prolonged outdoor activity during the afternoon. For those who must spend time outside, remember to wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing and to drink plenty of water. Prolonged exposure to today’s heat could lead to heat-related illnesses, especially for small children, pets and the elderly.

• Heat Exposure: How to Keep Your Cool

More via the National Weather Service’s special weather statement

When Will This Heat Break?

Thursday should be a bit cooler, with temperatures in the mid-80s and a chance for thunderstorms in the morning. From Friday through the weekend, temperatures are expected to reach a high in the mid-70s. Showers and thunderstorms are possible again during the day Friday and more likely overnight.
Here is a detailed look at the forecast for the coming days:

Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 5am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 76. Southwest wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Thursday
A chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 10am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 86. West wind around 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Thursday Night
A chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. Southwest wind 9 to 11 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Friday
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 9am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. West wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Friday Night
Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Saturday
Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 83. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Saturday Night
Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Sunday
Mostly sunny, with a high near 72.

Sunday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 62.

Monday
Sunny, with a high near 76.

Monday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 65.

Tuesday
Sunny, with a high near 80.

More via the National Weather Service
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