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Temperatures forecast to be in 100s this weekend bringing ‘dangerously hot conditions' to Bakersfield, surrounding areas in Kern County
Temperatures forecast to be in 100s this weekend bringing ‘dangerously hot conditions' to Bakersfield, surrounding areas in Kern County

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Temperatures forecast to be in 100s this weekend bringing ‘dangerously hot conditions' to Bakersfield, surrounding areas in Kern County

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — As temperatures are expected to reach 100 degrees and over in parts of the Central Valley, the National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Watch for the weekend. The Extreme Heat Watch is in effect between May 30 at 11 a.m. through June 1 at 7 a.m. for much of Kern County including the Kern River Valley, the National Weather Service in Hanford said. The Old Farmer's Almanac predicts a 'very hot summer' in 2025 17 News Chief Weather Forecast Kevin Charette said temperatures in Bakersfield are expected to be in the low 100s on Friday and Saturday. The hottest recorded temperature this year was 102 degrees on May 10, he said. The average temperature for the time of year is 88 degrees, according to data from the National Weather Service. The National Weather Service's advisory says the 'dangerously hot conditions' could bring temperatures to 105 degrees in some areas. RELATED: Kern County doctor shares tips on staying safe amid rising temperatures The record high temperature for May 30 is 108, while the record high temperature for May 31 is 110. Both were recorded in 1910. Residents are encouraged to drink plenty of fluids, check on elderly relatives and neighbors and stay indoors in air conditioned rooms. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.

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