Another Steamy Afternoon

A few showers are working their way into the northwest corner of the Stateline this morning, mainly in Jo Daviess county. While there is a chance for a few showers or storms, the bigger story for today will be the continued heat and humidity for the Stateline.

It is a very muggy and warm start to the day, which will really help temperatures to spring board for the afternoon.

Yesterday's Heat Advisory has been expanded and extended for today. Jo Daviess, Stephenson, Carroll, Whiteside, Ogle, Lee, and Dekalb counties are all under a Heat Advisory until 7pm this evening. These areas will most likely see highs near 90° but heat index values will soar as high as 105° this afternoon as dew points sit in the low 70's! Once dew points hit about 69° to 70° the humidity enters the "oppressive category."

These areas will be a touch warmer this afternoon due to a bit more clearing of the morning cloud cover; while areas near the Wisconsin border and northeast Illinois should keep a bit more of the clouds, and thus will be slightly cooler. This would keep highs mainly in the upper 80's, with heat index values approaching the mid and upper 90's; not quite heat advisory criteria.

Still, remember to practice those heat safety tips! Drink lots of water and stay hydrated, wear light colored and loose fitting light clothes, check on your kiddos and furry friends, and take frequent breaks if you have to work outside today.

It will be slightly cooler tomorrow, but just as humid. Temperatures will reach the mid 80's with heat index values in the mid 90's for the afternoon. A cold front will bring the threat for storms Tuesday, but also a break from the heat and humidity Wednesday through Friday.