Hazy weekend ahead for Idaho

Although we made it to the weekend in Idaho, the weather is not as pleasant as it has been this summer. The outlook for the weekend includes both heat and smog. Soon, thunderstorm activity is also anticipated.

The Gem State is experiencing a lot of smoke due to a several fires north of McCall, so be ready for haze over the next few days. Hopefully, some of the foggy sky will clear up as the next weather system moves in.

Late tonight, smoke from the Island Creek Fire, which is mostly near Elk City, is predicted to move south across a large portion of SW ID, affecting the majority of the region until Saturday. Expect foggy skies and lower air quality, particularly in the morning.tweet.com/0f9W97r8lj

Try to remain cool because the Treasure Valley could reach triple digit temperatures on Saturday. Up until Wednesday, temperatures will remain in the 90s despite a modest drop. At that point, the outlook begins to change.

Large areas of Idaho are predicted to see showers, with daytime highs dropping into the 80s. Going into the workweek, everyone will be watching how storms affect the Magic Valley because the southern border at Twin Falls will be the most active throughout the coming week.

Here is your extended forecast, and have a wonderful weekend:

On SaturdayBefore midday, there was patchy smoke. It’s hot and sunny, with a high of almost 99. 6 to 8 mph east-northeast winds that become northwest in the afternoon.

Sundayhot and mostly cloudy, with a high of almost 94. 7 to 9 mph east-northeast winds that turn west in the afternoon.

Mondayhot and mostly sunny, with a high of almost 94.

TuesdayAfter noon, there is a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms. hot and partly sunny, with a high of over 92 degrees.

WednesdayThere is a 40% probability of rain. Sunny with a high of over 86 degrees.

ThursdayThere is a 40% probability of rain. Sunny with a high of over 85 degrees.