Excessive Heat Warning Extended Through Friday For Santee

SANTEE, CA — An excessive heat warning has been extended for the San Diego region as a record-breaking heat wave continues to bring scorching temperatures to California.

Temperatures have soared above 100 degrees every day since last Wednesday in Southern California, with little relief in sight until this weekend.

An excessive heat warning that has been in effect all weekend was extended until 8 p.m. Friday for San Diego County, including the city of Santee, according to the National Weather Service. Dangerously hot conditions were expected in the region.

"Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat-related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities," the NWS warned.

The weather service advised community members to stay indoors and seek air-conditioned buildings. People should also drink plenty of water and avoid dehydrating alcoholic, sugary or caffeinated drinks; dress in lightweight, light-colored clothing; eat small but more frequent meals; and keep an eye on those who may be particularly vulnerable to the heat, including small children and the elderly.

"Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke," the NWS advised.

Daily Forecast for Santee

Wednesday
Sunny, with a high near 102. Light and variable wind becoming west 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.

Wednesday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 74. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.

Thursday
Mostly sunny, with a high near 98. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph in the afternoon.

Thursday Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 77. North wind 5 to 10 mph.

Friday
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 91. Windy, with an east wind 15 to 20 mph increasing to 25 to 30 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Friday Night
A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 75. Breezy. Chance of precipitation is 70%.

Saturday
Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 84. Chance of precipitation is 70%.

Saturday Night
A chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70.

Sunday
A chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 84.

Sunday Night
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69.