Heat in Southern Fauquier, Virginia

Heat July 21, 2020 · Southern Fauquier, Virginia

The wider storm

A ridge of high pressure developed over the eastern United States and western Atlantic, allowing a southwesterly flow to bring plenty of tropical air northward. High temperatures plus high humidity resulted in heat indices in the 100-110 degree range.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 908750. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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