Weather warning day: High temperatures Thursday, Friday

PORTLAND, Oregon — High temperatures will return to the Portland area on Thursday and Friday, with the forecast predicting highs of 95 degrees Fahrenheit (35.4 degrees Celsius) for both days.

KGW is issuing a weather advisory for August 1 and 2, as temperatures will be uncomfortably hot around 95 degrees, and nights will also be very warm, according to KGW meteorologist Matt Zaffino.

Thunderstorms could develop east of the Cascades on Saturday and cooler ocean air will return to Western Oregon, so highs on Sunday should fall to around 90 degrees, according to KGW meteorologist Rod Hill. Next week will start with sunny weather and highs in the 90s.

In Portland, temperatures will peak at around 96 degrees on Thursday and Friday.

The weather impact of high temperatures just above 35 degrees Celsius increases the risk of heat stroke, fatigue and dehydration. For people without adequate cooling, these days will be challenging, as well as for people who work or live outdoors.

If you are outdoors or must work outside, be sure to pack extra water and stay hydrated. Stay up to date with daily forecasts as KGW meteorologists track risk factors.

Our goal is to make sure you get the most accurate and up-to-date information about the weather and how it affects you. The new KGW Weather Alerts are just that: alerts as early as possible so you can be armed with accurate information to protect yourself and your family.