A Monday Scorcher!

The big time heat is here! As expected, temperatures this afternoon have reached the mid 90s and tomorrow will be the real scorcher. A developing west wind coming down the mountains will help to boost afternoon readings near the century mark on Monday. The record high at Richmond International Airport is 100 degrees, set way back in 1900. We certainly have a shot at that, as we expect plenty of sunshine to heat us up. There is the slight risk of an isolated afternoon thundershower, as a lee side trough sets up over central Virginia. Our rain chances will increase a bit on Tuesday as a front approaches from the west. This front will linger over or near the region for the rest of the work week, leading to a threat for scattered showers and thunderstorms each afternoon.