By Gordon McCraw, Meteorologist for the Tillamook County Pioneer
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
The last in a series of recent low pressure areas is moving inland to the south but may push a cloud or two over the area, but do little else. So, after a nice day with highs in the mid 60s, we see some clouds moving in tonight, then some patchy fog in the early morning hours with the light winds, lows down near 44.
Tomorrow starts the warmup, look for a partly sunny day after any morning fog clears, winds becoming westerly 4-8, the high up near 66, then partly cloudy skies tomorrow night, calm winds, lows near 47.
Spring marches in Friday with mostly sunny skies as the ridge of high pressure asserts itself, winds northwesterly 4-8, the high near 73, and with mostly clear skies Friday night and calm winds, the low still only make it down to near 53.
As for this Mother’s Day Weekend, it continues to look like it will be a hot one, on Saturday, sunny with the high up near 83. After that hot day, we see clear skies Saturday night with the low only dipping to around 64.
Then, for Mother’s Day, this looks to be the hottest day with some hot and dry east winds kicking in, the afternoon high peaks at around 87. Lows Sunday night still only dropping to near 65.
It looks like the offshore flow will weaken a little Monday, the high temperature tops out at 82, then a weak onshore flow helps to cool things down a little Monday night with the low near 55.
Tuesday a low pressure trough tries to push into the high pressure ridge which does weaken it some so we see a few clouds with the afternoon high temperature being at least 10 degrees cooler, a more comfortable 71 degrees.
Hot Weather Safety Tips
Now, for some safety tips from the National Weather Service Portland, especially if you have plans to travel over into the valley where the weekend high temperatures will be in the low to mid 90s this weekend. Excessive heat is the number one weather-related killer. Stay cool, hydrated, and find plenty of shade. In addition, if you travel to the local lakes/rivers, remember that the water temperature will still be very cold. Sudden exposure to cold water drains body heat faster than cold air, so cold water shock can also pose life-threatening risks. Wearing a life jacket will significantly increase chances of survival.
Also, wear light colored clothing and a hat wide enough to protect your face. Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated. Avoid high-energy activities or work outdoors, during midday heat, if possible. Take plenty of breaks. Be alert for Heat Exhaustion and/or Heat Stroke. Check on family members, seniors and neighbors.
Finally, each year, dozens of children and pets die from being left in an unattended vehicle across the country. It has been proven that the temperature inside a vehicle can rise significantly within the first 15 to 30 minutes. Temperatures inside vehicles can reach over 140 degrees within minutes. It has also been found that leaving windows cracked does NOT significantly slow the heating process or decrease the temperature inside the vehicle.
Enjoy the sunshine, safely!