Excessive Heat — Coachella Valley, California

2024-09-04 to 2024-09-09 · Coachella Valley, California

Event narrative

High temperatures were excessive in the Coachella Valley from September 4 to 9, 2024. The hottest day was observed on September 5th, when maximum temperatures were 115F at several locations including climate sites such as Palm Springs and Borrego Springs.

Wider weather episode

A heat wave developed starting Labor Day weekend and peaked the next weekend September 5 to 9, 2024. The hottest days included Ramona reaching 114, Santa Ana 113, and Anaheim an all-time record of 112.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1219632. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.