Residents can expect a warming trend across Vernon Parish over the next several days, with temperatures climbing into the upper 90s by early next week and heat index values reaching as high as 105 degrees.
Wednesday will be partly sunny with a slight chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms. High temperatures will reach the upper 80s with southwest winds around 5 mph. Rain chances remain low at 20 percent. Wednesday night will be mostly cloudy during the evening before becoming partly cloudy, with lows in the lower 70s.
Thursday will be mostly sunny with highs in the lower 90s. Light and variable winds will become southerly around 5 mph during the afternoon. Thursday night will be partly cloudy with lows in the lower 70s.
Friday through Saturday will bring partly cloudy skies and hotter conditions, with afternoon highs in the mid-90s and overnight lows in the mid-70s.
From Saturday night through Tuesday, mostly clear skies are expected. Daytime highs will climb into the upper 90s while overnight lows remain in the mid-70s. Heat index values could reach up to 105 degrees during the hottest part of the day.
Residents are encouraged to stay hydrated, limit prolonged outdoor activity during peak afternoon hours, and check on children, older adults and pets as the heat intensifies heading into next week.