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KEY MESSAGES

- Dry weather with well-above normal temperatures expected through the week with Minor to Moderate HeatRisk; Hottest Thursday-Friday

- Cooling to just above normal temperatures this weekend with chances for very light precipitation and continued cooling early next week

..Sunday-Tuesday

Cooling trend to continue on Sunday, as high pressure is forecast to move east and weaken as it approaches the Four Corners Region. There remains some uncertainty on how far ridging translates eastward and how much the ridge breaks down/weakens, as ensemble members are offering mixed signals, however heights should lower which will offer some relief to the unseasonably warm temperatures. Latest forecast runs have also reduced precipitation chances Tuesday and Wednesday, due to the aforementioned low confidence on the ridge's behavior. Best chances for precipitation are now forecast north of Shasta Lake.

If you are outside or planning outdoor activities this week, please remember to drink plenty of water and wear sunscreen. As this is an anomalous heat event, individuals may not be fully acclimated to the emerging heat. Local waterways are also running very cold due to snowmelt.

AVIATION

VFR conditions are expected for the next 24 hours. Surface winds below 12 kts. Small chance (10-20%) of lower visibilities tomorrow morning, mainly at the northern San Joaquin sites from BR conditions reducing viz to 4SM. Best chances from around 11z through 15z Thursday.

STO WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES

None.