Heat — Pike, Illinois

2019-07-17 to 2019-07-20 · Pike, Illinois

Event narrative

High temperatures were in the low 90s for July 17th through 20th. Peak heat index values of 100-110 degrees were common during the afternoon and early evening for Pike County each day.

Wider weather episode

As an upper level ridge built in over the region, very warm and humid air moved into the area with heat indices 105+ for 5 straight days.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 863159. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.