Extended period of dangerous heat for the Mid-South

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - This week it will feel more like mid-summer with temperatures soaring into the mid to upper 90s through Friday and heat index values from 100-110. A Heat Advisory has been issued for both today and Monday. A few areas could see a passing shower or isolated storm which would help out the hot and humid temperatures but most areas will stay dry.

Heat Advisory issued for the Mid-South on 6/12/22 — Heat Advisory issued for the Mid-South on 6/12/22(NWS Memphis)

The reason for this period of prolonged heat and humidity is due a ridge of high pressure that will build across the Mid-South. The dome of high pressure will act to keep us mostly dry and will allow air from the south to southwest to stream into the Mid-South.

Upper level flow showing hot and humid pattern for the Mid-South 6/12/22 — Upper level flow showing hot and humid pattern for the Mid-South 6/12/22(WMC First Alert Weather Team)

The heat index will range from 100-110 over the next 6 days! A weak cold front could move in late Friday, giving us a slight drop in temperatures by Saturday.

Dangerous heat expected for the Mid-South 6/12/22 — Dangerous heat expected for the Mid-South 6/12/22(wmc)

Here are some tips to help keep you safe.

Safety tips for dangerous heat this week — Safety tips for dangerous heat this week(wmc)

The First Alert Storm Tracking Team will continue to monitor this event, so stay tuned for updates!

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