The western U.S. has been dealing with extreme heat all summer, and this week has been no exception. Some parts of the west, such as Oregon and California, saw temperatures this past weekend that challenged record all time highs. While relief from the unbearable heat may be welcomed, the moisture that's coming brings a whole new risk of its own.
Heat Wave Finally Letting Up
Good news awaits for the residents of the western U.S. as the heat dome is finally beginning to break down. Cool air coming in from the Pacific is causing the record breaking temperatures to dip slightly, and several areas closer to the coast will see temperatures 15-25 degrees lower this weekend compared to earlier in the week.
A heat-stricken Oregon will see temperatures closer to the low to mid 80's, and Seattle will see mid-70's by the weekend.
The interior Northwest may not see as much of a dip in temperatures as the coast will, however they still will see lower temperatures closer to high 80's by the weekend.