A Flood Watch has been issued for Saint George, Utah, lasting until 12:00 AM MDT on Friday, July 17. The National Weather Service forecast includes periods of thunderstorms and high temperatures reaching above 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
Current conditions at St George Regional Airport show clear skies with a temperature of 93 degrees Fahrenheit. The extended forecast for the area indicates a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms this afternoon, primarily after 3 PM, with highs near 102 degrees Fahrenheit.
Tonight, there is a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after midnight, with a low around 80 degrees. Temperatures are expected to remain hot through the weekend, with Friday reaching a high near 96 degrees and Saturday climbing to 98 degrees. Both days carry chances for thunderstorms.
Another Flood Watch is scheduled to be in effect from 12:00 PM MDT on July 17 until 12:00 AM MDT on July 18.
Looking ahead to the early part of next week, Sunday is forecast to have a high near 100 degrees with a slight chance of thunderstorms. Monday and Tuesday are expected to remain hot with highs between 99 and 101 degrees, accompanied by chances for showers and thunderstorms.
