With hot and humid conditions affecting the listening area this week, we called on 13 WREX meteorologist John Jurgens to break down a steamy start to the week.
A Heat Warning is in effect until July 3rd for most of northern Illinois, and according to Jurgens, we could see daytime highs in the 90s, with heat indices above 100 through Thursday.
That type of strong heat and humidity could also bring the potential for severe thunderstorms, with the earliest chance being late Thursday.
Jurgens also says that with the heat, air quality will be poor and UV rays stronger than normal.
This all could lead to a less-than-ideal weather day for Fourth of July celebrations.
Listen to John Jurgens' full forecast at the link above.
