CORPUS CHRISTI, Tx — Dangerously high heat indices the next few days will prompt Heat Advisories and even Excessive Heat Warnings. Some relief may arrive early next week, along with rain chances.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Afternoon heat indices may exceed 120 degrees, with morning minimums around 100, providing no overnight relief.
- A strong south southeast wind will keep rip current risks moderate to high this week.
- A modest pattern shift implies rain chances Monday and Tuesday.
CORPUS CHRISTI FORECAST
Tonight:
Mostly cloudy, windy and humid
Temperature:
Low in the lower 80s
Winds:
South southeast 14 to 26 mph
Wednesday:
Mostly sunny, breezy and very hot
Temperature:
high in the middle 90s with a heat index near 117 degrees
Winds:
South southeast 13 to 24 mph
Thursday:
Mostly sunny, breezy and hot
Temperature:
High in the middle 90s with a heat index near 115 degrees
Winds:
Southeast 10 to 20 mph
If outdoors is an option, stay indoors when possible. If it's not an option, follow excessive heat safety rules and stay safe.