July 4 Weekend To Bring Heat Relief To Mission Viejo

MISSION VIEJO, CA — With a weekday heat advisory in place until Tuesday night and temperatures soaring across Orange County, this July 4 weekend is expected to bring with it cooler weather and some cloud coverage to Mission Viejo.

Mission Viejo residents will see temperatures in the low '80s and high '70s Saturday through Sunday, with temperatures gradually dipping lower near county beaches, according to Accuweather.

On Independence Day, residents can expect temperatures in the high '70s throughout the day, with about 40 percent cloud coverage in the skies throughout the morning.

According to Accuweather, humidity will likely be at about 42 percent as the morning ventures into the afternoon.

Once the clouds burn off, residents can expect a sunny and temperate Independence Day.

Mission Viejo residents can join in on the city's July 4th Street Faire and Fireworks Spectacular as it returns this Monday after a two-year hiatus, a city news release announced.

The free community event offers residents live entertainment, carnival rides, food trucks and games for the entire family. More than 30 vendors displaying crafts and gifts will also be attending the event to display their merchandise.

Residents can hop aboard a free shuttle provided by the city, which will operate from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Shuttle stops are located at 12 marked locations around Lake Mission Viejo, the city said.

The event will end with a dazzling fireworks show at 9 p.m.

For more information on the event or shuttle stops, residents can visit the city's website.