The streak of consecutive 100-degree days at ten, heatwave continues into next week

This historic heatwave that has gripped Acadiana, and much of the southern U.S., could continue into the weekend and next week. We've seen 10 consecutive days of 100-degree temperatures and today would make eleven. Today is the one day it could be threatened, however, but I doubt anyone would be too upset if the streak ended. Highs today are expected to be near 100 degrees. A few isolated storms could be possible, but rain chances will be 20% or less. The one upside of today will be the southwesterly breeze, which will be in the 8-16 mph range.

The heatwave looks to intensify again heading into the weekend as high pressure reigns supreme across the area. Highs of 102-104 degrees may be possible on both Saturday and Sunday. The drought situation will likely worsen as rain chances look minimal, in the 10-20% range, through early next week.