Heat Advisory Issued As Highs Peak Over 100 In Marin County

MARIN COUNTY, CA — Temperatures in the inland Bay Area are expected to surpass 100 degrees Tuesday as a heat wave moves across the area, according to the National Weather Service.

In response, the Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for the area extending through 7 p.m. Thursday.

According to the weather service, temperatures in the inland areas are expected to range from the 90s up to 104 degrees. The shoreline area and Santa Cruz County could see temperatures in the upper 80s and lower 90s.

Some Bay-Area cities have already surpassed record high temperatures, the Weather Service said in a Tweet. Kentfield hit 95 degrees, surpassing a 1992 record of 92 degrees. San Francisco International Airport hit 90 degrees, surpassing a 1951 record of 87 degrees. Lastly, Oakland Downtown hit 91 degrees, breaking a 1975 record of 90 degrees.

San Jose and Gilroy both tied 1982 records of 95 and 98 degrees, respectively.

Although temperatures are soaring, the Weather Service warns water temperatures still remain quite cool, posing a potential health hazard to anyone trying to escape the heat.

"While air temperatures may be reaching 100 degrees, water temperatures remain cold, generally running in the mid 50s to mid 60s. Take precautions if heading to the local waterways including bringing a life preserver," the Weather Service wrote on Twitter.

During the heat advisory, residents are encouraged to drink plenty of water, stay in air-conditioned spaces, avoid the sun and watch out for symptoms of heat exhaustion.

Be prepared for another hot day across inland areas where a Heat Advisory remains in effect. Heat Risk today will be in the moderate to high category for the interior, and low to moderate near the coast. #CAwx pic.twitter.com/Eb0bj5blTe
— NWS Bay Area (@NWSBayArea) May 26, 2020