Heat Advisories issued amidst sweltering heatwave

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- First Alert-Dangerous Heat Wave This Week: An intense heat wave will continue through the Fourth of July weekend. Highs will be around 100 degrees, with feels-like temps as highs as 110 degrees. Storm chances increase next week.

It will be a very warm evening ahead. Even with a clear sky tonight, lows will only drop into the lower half of the 70s.

A Heat Advisory has been issued for several Central NC counties from Noon until 8pm on Thursday.

Highs are expected to reach or exceed 100 degrees from Thursday through Sunday. Dew points will be in the mid-60s, leading to feels-like temps of 100-110 each afternoon. The combination of intense sunshine and prolonged heat will create dangerous conditions for anyone spending extended periods outdoors. Daily record high temperatures may also be challenged or even broken.

There will be little overnight relief, with temperatures only falling into the mid-70s throughout the heat wave.

By Saturday, the ridge will begin to flatten, although temperatures are still expected to approach 100 degrees through Sunday.

Daily thunderstorm chances begin early next week. As the ridge breaks down, temperatures will also gradually drop from their late-week peak. Highs Tuesday will be in the mid 90s, with low to mid 90s to finish the week.

Have a great night!
Cruz Medina