Excessive Heat — Hood Canal Area, Washington

2022-07-30 · Hood Canal Area, Washington

Event narrative

A record high temperature of 99 degrees was set at the Shelton airport on July 30.

Wider weather episode

A strong ridge of high pressure built across the Pacific Northwest at the end of July, making for well-above normal temperatures for most of Western Washington. Afternoon high temperatures in the interior lowlands soared into the 90s, with little relief during the overnight periods with lows in the 60s. This brought about a high probability of heat-related impacts to the area, especially those without an adequate means of cooling and/or hydration. Towards the beginning of August, the return to onshore flow from the Pacific brought about a relief from the heat.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1049303. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.