Warm weekend in the forecast, heat advisory in effect
– Warm weather is in the forecast for Atascadero this weekend, while a heat advisory remains in effect until 8 p.m. Thursday, according to the National Weather Service.
Thursday will be sunny with a high of 88 and a low of 58. Friday will be partly cloudy with a high of 90 and a low of 60.
Saturday will be sunny with a high of 94 and a low of 60. Sunday will be partly cloudy with a high of 91 and a low of 58.
Monday will be mostly sunny with a high of 88 and a low of 57. Tuesday will be partly cloudy with a high of 92 and a low of 58. Wednesday will be sunny with a high of 94 and a low of 60, while Thursday will be mostly sunny with a high of 88 and a low of 60.
The weather service issued the heat advisory at 1:31 a.m. Thursday for part of southwestern California. The advisory calls for highs ranging from 92 to 105, with most areas seeing peak heat Wednesday and Thursday.
The weather service said hot temperatures could cause heat-related illnesses and that warmer-than-normal overnight temperatures could add to heat discomfort. Forecasters may extend the advisory into Friday for parts of the forecast area.
Officials advised residents to drink fluids, remain in air-conditioned rooms, avoid the sun, and check on relatives and neighbors. People spending time outside should wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing and limit strenuous activities to the early morning or evening.
Click here to view a 10-day forecast for Atascadero from Weather Underground.
