Strong Heat Returns to the Northwest This Weekend

news image
Special Stories
25 Jul 2018 10:41 AM
Another strong ridge will be building over the western U.S. the next few days and that will lead to more excessive heat for the Northwest.

Forecast

This weather pattern will allow warm air located to the south to build north and impact the entire western U.S. with well above normal temperatures.

Temperature Forecast

Take a look at the heat building over Oregon, Washington and Idaho for both Saturday and Sunday.  Record highs could be in jeopardy throughout the weekend so stay tuned for more updates over the next few days.

Heat Safety

Here are some important heat safety tips to help keep you safe during times of extreme heat. WeatherNation
All Weather News
More
Severe Weather Chances Continue Saturday Through Tuesday

Severe Weather Chances Continue Saturday Through Tuesday

Several rounds of severe storms are expected

25 Apr 2026 6:35 PM
West Staying Active for the Weekend

West Staying Active for the Weekend

CALIFORNIA - After the latest system to impac

25 Apr 2026 4:50 PM
Record Snow, Record Rain, Rising Rivers

Record Snow, Record Rain, Rising Rivers

Flooding continues to be a serious threat acr

25 Apr 2026 12:00 PM
Multiple Tornadoes Hit the Plains & Midwest Thursday

Multiple Tornadoes Hit the Plains & Midwest Thursday

Top Image: Brett AdairSeveral strong tornadoe

25 Apr 2026 12:00 PM
Tonight's Severe Risk From the Ark-La-Tex to the Lower Mississippi Valley

Tonight's Severe Risk From the Ark-La-Tex to the Lower Mississippi Valley

After a devastating day of tornadoes in Oklah

25 Apr 2026 2:20 AM
Severe Storm Threat Reloads Across Plains with Hail, Wind, and Tornado Risk

Severe Storm Threat Reloads Across Plains with Hail, Wind, and Tornado Risk

The Storm Prediction Center has issued an&nbs

24 Apr 2026 2:30 AM
Extreme Drought Leads To Fire Concerns Across The Nation

Extreme Drought Leads To Fire Concerns Across The Nation

SOUTHEASTOver 97% of the Southeast is in mode

24 Apr 2026 2:20 AM