mid-south

Mid-South highs are expected to stay in the mid to upper 80s through the weekend, though 95-plus readings can continue in August and early September.

Very hot temperatures are expected through Monday, with a weak cold front bringing slightly cooler conditions to the Mid-South next week.‌

Heat indices across most of the Mid-South are expected to reach 105 to 110 degrees through at least Wednesday amid above-average temperatures.

A Heat Advisory continues until 7 p.m. for the western Mid-South, with areawide advisories issued Monday and Tuesday for heat indexes above 105 degrees.

Hot temperatures are expected to return across the Mid-South beginning Sunday, with heat index values potentially exceeding 105 degrees in some areas.

Hot conditions are forecast across the Mid-South through next week, with highs reaching the 100s and heat index values of 100 F to 111 F.

The severe weather threat will continue overnight in the northern Mid-South, with damaging winds the main concern and marginally severe hail possible.

Dangerous heat with heat index values above 105 degrees is expected across most of the Mid-South, along with a marginal storm risk.

A heat advisory covers portions of the Mid-South Tuesday, with expansion expected Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service.