The record heat we’ve experienced much of the week is continuing this afternoon. Let’s have a look at the latest temperatures across the region, as of the 4 PM observation time:
Tri-Cities: 93F
Abingdon: 91F
Wise: 90F
Marion, VA: 91F
Boone: 88F
Jefferson: 88F
Hickory: 96F
Asheville: 74F
A thunderstorm affected the Asheville ASOS, which is the reason for the 74-degree reading.
Expect hot and humid conditions to continue through the weekend and early next week. Isolated showers and strong to severe thunderstorms are also likely in the afternoons and evenings.
Filed under: Forecasts, Rain/Thunderstorms
