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No end in sight on 100 degree days
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Thomas Patrick , as published by KXXV (ABC 25) News
· August 16, 2026
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Key points Heat Advisories have been issued for McLennan county and areas eastward, with heat index values predicted to reach 105-108 due to higher humidity levels. Waco has experienced 14 consecutive days of temperatures at or above 100 degrees, with Sunday's high reaching 102 degrees.
Waco has experienced 14 consecutive days of temperatures at or above 100 degrees, with Sunday's high reaching 102 degrees. The extended forecast indicates this trend will continue, with temperatures expected to remain between 100 and 102 degrees for the next 10 days.
Heat Advisories have been issued for McLennan county and areas eastward, with heat index values predicted to reach 105-108 due to higher humidity levels.
Further information on the forecast and potential relief from the heat is available from local news sources, including updates on a possible weak cold front that may bring some relief next weekend.
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Published: August 16, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
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