Partly cloudy. Lows 51 to 56. West wind around 5 mph shifting to the north after midnight.
Saturday
Partly cloudy in the morning then clearing. Areas of fog. Highs in the upper 50s at the coast and in the lower 90s inland. Northwest wind around 10 mph.
... Unseasonably hot temperatures expected into the weekend...
A very strong high pressure will persist over the area through Friday. High temperatures are expected to reach the lower 70s to lower 80s at the coast and mid 90s to 104 in the inland areas. A gradual cooling trend will begin this weekend as high pressure begins to weaken over the region.
Spring snow melt and water release from local dams will produce swift running river currents this weekend. Those seeking a refreshing dip in the cool river waters should use extreme caution. Turbulent water flow... hidden debris... and cold water temperatures can quickly bring on a life threatening situation for anyone caught in the grip of a strong river flow.
Prepare for the heat if you plan to be outdoors. Drink plenty water and wear light loose clothing. Take frequent breaks and seek out shade. If you go the river... bring a flotation device and keep kids well away from the strong flowing water.
Record Report
Statement as of 5:10 PM PDT on May 15, 2008
... Record high temperature for this date set at Eureka...
A record high temperature of 80 degrees was set at Eureka today. This breaks the old record of 75 set in 2006.
Public Information Statement
Statement as of 8:25 PM PST on May 15, 2008
... Record high temperatures set across northwest California...
The following is a list of record temperatures set at official cooperative observer sites in northwest California on may 15 2008.
Location new record old record
Eureka... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 80 ... ... ... .75 set in 2006 Fort Bragg... ... ... ... ... ... .. 88 ... ... ... .74 set in 2006 Big Bar... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. 98 ... ... ... .93 set in 2006 Covelo... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. 104 ... ... ... .92 set in 2006 Potter Valley... ... ... ... ... . 101 ... ... ... .96 set in 1970
High temperatures for the day at other sites across the region. No record high temperature data is available for these sites.
= Probability of Precipitation
