SAVANNAH, Ga. () — Today was a hot one with temperatures in the mid-90s feeling like 105°-110° at times.

Stray showers and storms did bring heavy rain and frequent lightning for a few.

Peak summer heat is expected this weekend under the influence of high pressure. 

High pressure’s sinking motion will lead to mostly sunny skies which will bring temperatures in the upper-90s, with some triple digit readings.

Abundant humidity and stagnant air will lead to a heat index reaching if not exceeding 110° for a lot of you.

Ensure you wear lightweight, reflective clothing, keep hydrated with water and electrolytes, reduce intake of caffeine and alcohol, and take regular breaks indoors or in an air-conditioned space.

Expect this theme to stick around for Sunday and Monday before the pattern returns to the typical heat, humidity and storms.

In the tropics, a disturbance located east of the Caribbean was recently given a 20% chance of developing into a depression or named storm. 

As the system moves westward, the Caribbean Sea will struggle to support a tropical system, should one develop. The region is experiencing excessive vertical wind shear and dry air, which is typical for July.

There continues to be no tropical threats for the Coastal Empire & Lowcountry.