PANAMA CITY, Fla. — Get ready for a scorcher. Tuesday is shaping up to be the hottest day the region has seen all year, with temperatures climbing into the mid to upper 90s and heat index values expected to reach as high as 110 to 115 degrees. An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for most of the area, according to the National Weather Service.
Tonight’s Forecast
Before the heat peaks tomorrow, tonight will already feel sticky and warm. Temperatures aren’t expected to drop much, staying in the mid to upper 70s overnight. Skies will stay partly cloudy, with humid conditions lingering through the evening hours.
Tuesday: The Peak of the Heat
Tuesday is where things really heat up. With highs in the mid to upper 90s and that dangerously high heat index, residents are urged to take precautions if spending time outdoors. Skies will be mostly sunny to partly sunny, with only a few isolated showers or storms possible during the afternoon.
Given the Extreme Heat Warning, it’s a good idea to stay hydrated, limit time in direct sun, and check on elderly neighbors or anyone without reliable air conditioning.
What to Expect Wednesday and Beyond
Wednesday is expected to feel almost identical to Tuesday, with similarly high temperatures and warning-level heat conditions continuing.
Relief, however, is on the way — just a little. Starting Wednesday evening, the weather pattern is expected to shift. By the second half of the week and into the weekend, temperatures should ease slightly, dropping into the upper 80s to near 90 along the coast, and the low 90s further inland. Even with the drop, heat index values will still feel high, ranging between 100 and 106 degrees.
Along with the cooler temperatures, the region should also see a return of more typical summer weather patterns — partly sunny skies each day, along with widely scattered showers and thunderstorms. Some of these storms could bring locally heavy rainfall, frequent lightning, and even the risk of damaging winds, so it’s worth keeping an eye on updates as the week progresses.
Bottom Line
If you have outdoor plans this week, Tuesday and Wednesday are the days to be most careful. Stay cool, drink plenty of water, and keep track of any updated alerts from the National Weather Service as conditions develop.