SACRAMENTO, Calif. — 7:41 p.m. update:
The record for the highest temperature was recorded in Sacramento was broken on Saturday.
Sacramento Downtown broke the record with temperatures of up to 113°. The previous record was 109°, which was set in 2002.
Original story:
A dangerous heatwave continues through Monday with well above average highs stretching through the Sacramento and San Joaquin Valley, surrounding Foothills and even parts of the San Francisco Bay Area.
Lows in these areas will only fall to the upper 60s to low 80s, not allowing any relief from the daytime heat. There is a high to very high heat risk possible and an elevated chance for people to suffer heat-related illness chances, especially for those working outdoors.
Downtown Sacramento tied a record high on Friday at 109°. The previous record was set in 2002.
An Excessive Heat Warning was issued by the National Weather Service and will continue through Monday.
Afternoon highs will warm to 100° to 116° between 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. each day. The hottest days are expected Saturday and Sunday, with highs near 110° to 116° with records possible.
Cooler weather is expected by the middle of next week, with highs dropping back to near average.
To avoid heat-related issues:
- Drink extra water
- Avoid outdoor strenuous activities from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Help elderly, kids and pets stay cool
- Plan to be in air-conditioned buildings
WATCH ALSO FROM ABC10: How Californians can beat the heat and still save money on energy
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