Heat Advisories continue Monday with an evening severe risk

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First Alert Evening Forecast: Aug. 16

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- First Alert: Hot and humid weather continues Monday with another Heat Advisory in effect for most of Central NC. Heat index values could top 100 for several hours Monday afternoon.

The heat peaks Monday, when temperatures climb even higher into the upper 90s. In addition to the heat, the Storm Prediction Center has placed central North Carolina under a Level 2 risk for isolated severe storms late in the day.

Temperatures ease back just a bit Tuesday and Wednesday, with highs in the mid 90s and only a very small chance of an isolated afternoon storm.

The heat builds again Thursday, with highs reaching the mid to upper 90s. Another Heat Advisory may be needed, along with the possibility of a few late-day storms.

Looking ahead, cooler air and higher rain chances are expected to arrive Friday and Saturday, bringing some relief from the recent stretch of intense heat.

Have a great week!
Cruz Medina


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