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Coachella Valley — Happy Fourth of July! Hopefully, you had a wonderful day celebrating Independence Day. Weather-wise, it was nearly perfect for the holiday. Temperatures hovered around seasonal averages, which made for an ideal day to enjoy fireworks, barbecues, and outdoor festivities.

And we’re thankful for that brief weather break—because things are about to heat up in a big way.

Looking ahead, a ridge of high pressure is developing to the east of our region. This system will push southeasterly winds into the Coachella Valley, ushering in monsoonal moisture along with rising temperatures. The result? A combination of extreme heat and elevated humidi

"A Sizzling Week Ahead: July 4th Brings Seasonal Calm Before Desert Heatwave"