Bruce: Record heat through the week; only a few cooling storms

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The relentless heat wave will continue through the week as high hit the 96-100° range. Heat index readings will be in the 109-115° range. Stay hydrated and outdoor activities should have planned breaks.

Bruce: Unfortunately I see no major heat relief as the stubborn heat dome of high pressure giving up anytime soon. daily highs 96-100° with feels like 110-115° at times. Stay hydrated and take breaks working outdoors. pic.twitter.com/yjlKC1hH3H
— Bruce Katz (@BruceKatzFOX8) August 8, 2023

The high pressure gripping the southeast shows very little signs of breaking into the weekend. The best hope for a real change in pattern is for the eastern Bermuda high to settle a bit west and bring us into a more typical summer pattern allowing for waves of tropical moisture to increase rain coverage. There’s a hint that could happen next week, but more intense heat sticks around in the meantime.

The tropics remain quiet through the weekend.

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