‘Warming trend’ to blast through Macon soon, NWS says. Here’s when, how hot it will feel
Summer is just heating up, Macon. If you were hoping for a cool down, sorry to disappoint you, but hotter weather is coming through this weekend.
According to National Weather Service (NWS) experts, “a warming trend” is coming Thursday and will stay through the weekend. But how hot will it get and what will the heat index be like? Let’s check it out:
How hot will it get in Macon this weekend?
NWS experts predict temperatures will be in the mid to high 90s, but the heat index is what will make it feel much hotter outside. The heat index could reach 104 in Macon by Sunday, with actual temperatures sitting at 95.
AccuWeather experts predict about the same, with temperatures sitting at mid 90s this weekend, but the heat index will make it feel like 105 during some parts of the day.
With temperatures and sun scorching the area, here are some tips to stay safe this weekend:
Tips for staying safe in hot weather
According to the Red Cross, here’s how to stay safe in hot weather:
- Spending a few hours each day in air conditioning can help prevent heat illness.
- If you have air conditioning, be sure that it is in working order.
- If you do not have air conditioning or if there is a power outage, find locations where you can stay cool. For example, a public library, shopping mall, or a public cooling center. Plan how you will get there.
- Make sure you have plenty of lightweight, loose clothing to wear.
- You need to drink enough water to prevent heat illness. An average person needs to drink about 3/4 of a gallon of water daily.
What do you think of this forecast? Let me know in the comments or email me at cmadden@mcclatchy.com
