high pressure ridge
Coverage of high pressure ridge in the Nexus archive.
- Smoky skies across Colorado for the next few days
Colorado experiences smoky skies and air quality advisories due to wildfire smoke and ozone, with cooler temperatures mid-week before a return to near-100-degree heat by the weekend. The Front Range faces unhealthy conditions for those with respiratory issues, while monsoon rains are expected to return mid-next week.
- Very hot conditions to start the week
Southern Colorado will experience very hot temperatures on Monday due to a ridge of high pressure over the Four Corners region. Afternoon highs will reach the upper 90s and 100s along the Interstate 25 corridor, with lower elevations also affected. A cold front is expected to arrive tonight.
- Scattered storm chances return to Charlotte region this weekend: First Alert forecast here
Scattered storms are expected in the Charlotte region this weekend after a heatwave with temperatures in the upper 90s and Code Orange air quality alerts due to ozone and wildfire smoke. High pressure and dry conditions will persist through the week, with relief anticipated as a cold front approaches next week.
- Charlotte region braces for return of hot temperatures: What to expect and when
The Charlotte region is preparing for a heatwave with temperatures reaching the upper 90s and feels-like temperatures exceeding 100 degrees. An orange air quality alert due to ozone and wildfire smoke is in effect for Mecklenburg County on July 15. Scattered storms are expected this weekend, with cooler temperatures anticipated next week after a cold front passes.
- Hotter, drier conditions return to Charlotte region: First Alert forecast here
The Charlotte region is experiencing hotter and drier conditions with active weather, including flash flooding risks and potential strong storms. Temperatures will drop to around 70°F by Tuesday before rising to mid-90s by midweek, with scattered storms expected this weekend.
- Heat Advisory Keeps Pasadena Hot Through Friday; Weekend Cooling, Showers Possible
Pasadena will experience high temperatures in the mid-90s through Friday due to a strong ridge of high pressure, with cooler temperatures and a slight chance of showers expected this weekend, according to the National Weather Service in Los Angeles.
- Better chances for rain the next few days, with smoke moving out
Increased rain chances and improved air quality are expected as thunderstorms develop across the foothills and plains, with potential severe weather including damaging winds and hail. A heatwave with temperatures near 100 degrees is forecast for late in the week.
- Heat, humidity and storms chances return to Charlotte region
The Charlotte region will experience rising temperatures and humidity this week, with heat index reaching the mid to upper 90s and scattered thunderstorms expected Friday. A heat dome next week could push temperatures into the upper 90s to near 100 degrees, with feels-like temperatures exceeding 105 degrees.
- Summertime heat, humidity return to Charlotte region: First Alert forecast here
Summertime heat and humidity return to the Charlotte region, with temperatures rising to the low to mid-90s by Thursday and mid to upper-90s over the weekend. Tropical humidity will make 'feels like' temperatures near or exceed 100 degrees, accompanied by scattered showers and thunderstorms.
- Another round of severe storms expected for today
Southern Colorado is expected to experience another round of severe storms today, following previous storms along and east of the Interstate 25 corridor that brought hail, strong winds, and heavy rainfall. A flattening ridge of high pressure in the upper atmosphere is contributing to the active weather conditions.
- Summertime heat, humidity return in Charlotte region: First Alert forecast here
Summertime heat and humidity are returning to the Charlotte region, with temperatures rising into the 90s by the weekend. A ridge of high pressure will bring very hot and humid conditions, with scattered showers and thunderstorms expected each day.