Your Comprehensive Weather Guide for Tuesday July 2nd, 2024: Sunshine, Thunderstorms, and Travel Tips

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Ready for a week of fantastic weather or curious about where you might need an umbrella? Meteorologist Steve Pelletier brings you the latest forecast for the second day of July, covering everything from the sunny skies in the Northeast to potential thunderstorms in South Florida. With highs ranging from the 80s to lower 90s, it's the perfect time to plan your outdoor Fourth of July celebrations. But beware, a few isolated thunderstorms could make an appearance later in the week. Steve provides a seamless guide through various regions, ensuring you're prepared for whatever Mother Nature has in store.
Travelers, this episode is especially for you! Steve breaks down the weather conditions in key aviation hubs like Atlanta, Charlotte, and Nashville, giving you peace of mind as you plan your journey. From the scorching heat in Texas to the mild, foggy mornings along the West Coast, every detail is covered. Hear about severe weather possibilities in the Midwest and understand the impact of the stationary front from New Mexico to Missouri. Tune in to get the full scoop on how to navigate your week with our comprehensive weather forecast.
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Dangerously hot conditions will continue across the Southern Plains and
Lower Mississippi Valley, while simmering heat builds throughout
California's Central Valley starting Tuesday...
...Severe thunderstorms and heavy to Excessive Rainfall expected over
portions of the Northern Plains and Upper Midwest through Tuesday night...
July kicks off with anomalous and potentially dangerous heat impacting the
south-central U.S. and portions of the West Coast. As of this afternoon,
over 60 million residents are under heat-related watches, warnings, and
advisories. Upper-level troughing remains situated over the Northern
Rockies/Plains while ridging expands across the southern tier states. For
the Central U.S., high temperatures are forecast to soar into the upper
90s and low 100s across the southern Plains through midweek. When combined
with elevated humidity levels, heat indices are forecast to rise into the
110s across the Lower Mississippi Valley and Gulf Coast. Excessive Heat
Warnings and Heat Advisories currently span from Kansas to the Gulf Coast
States. After enjoying a refreshing start to the workweek, the Midwest and
East Coast can expect a gradual return to muggy summer warmth by Wednesday
as surface high pressure reorients itself off the East Coast and ushers in
southerly flow. Extreme heat building throughout the West Coast and more
specifically interior California this week will also be particularly
dangerous for those without effective cooling. High temperatures away from
the immediate coastline are forecast to reach into the 100-110F range,
which could break numerous daily records in the San Joaquin and Sacramento
Valleys on Tuesday and Wednesday. Excessive Heat Warnings, Watches, and
Heat Advisories go into effect as early as Tuesday and stretch from
southern Oregon to the low desert of southeast California. The duration of
this heat wave is concerning as the current forecast keeps scorching
conditions in place through at least the end of the week. This level of
heat could pose a danger to the public if proper heat safety is not
followed. This includes staying hydrated, out of direct sunlight, and in
properly air-conditioned buildings. Additionally, it is very important to
check on vulnerable friends, family, and neighbors to confirm their safety.
Additionally, a storm system exiting the Northern Rockies this morning is
anticipated to create some pre-Independence Day fireworks across the
Northern Plains and Midwest through Tuesday as the threat of heavy rain
and severe weather slides eastward with time. Severe thunderstorm chances
are centered over Nebraska South Dakota tonight, with neighboring st