Extreme Heat Warning Continues for Coachella Valley

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The Extreme Heat Warning for the Coachella Valley has been dropped, but high temperatures will still reach over 100°F this afternoon. The warning remains in effect for Eastern Riverside County, Imperial County, and the High Desert, where temperatures could be 20-30 degrees above seasonal levels. A low pressure system will bring middle and high level clouds to the area, but no precipitation. Temperatures are expected to remain above normal through the end of the week, before dropping to the mid-90s by March 30 and the upper 70s/low 80s by April 2.

Why it matters

Extreme heat can pose serious health risks, especially for vulnerable populations. The Coachella Valley is known for its hot, dry climate, and residents and visitors need to be aware of the ongoing high temperatures and take necessary precautions.

The details

The Extreme Heat Warning has been dropped for the Coachella Valley, but temperatures are still expected to exceed 100°F this afternoon. A low pressure system moving adjacent to Southern California will bring clouds but no precipitation. Temperatures are forecast to remain above normal through the end of the week, before a gradual cooling trend brings highs down to the mid-90s by March 30 and the upper 70s/low 80s by April 2.

• The Extreme Heat Warning continues through this evening for Eastern Riverside County, Imperial County and the High Desert.
• Temperatures will exceed 100°F this afternoon in the Coachella Valley.
• Highs will back off slightly on Monday, March 30, to the middle-90s.
• Temperatures will drop further to the upper-70s/lower-80s on Wednesday, April 1.

What they’re saying

What’s next

Residents and visitors in the Coachella Valley should continue to monitor the weather forecast and take necessary precautions to stay safe during the ongoing high temperatures.