BAKERSFIELD, Calif (KERO) — Happy Humpday Kern County.
Higher than average temperatures will continue through the next week, with the San Joaquin Valley seeing highs in the mid to high 90`s.
There may be a slight cool down next Wednesday, with highs expected in the high 80`s.
The runoff from melting snowpack is ongoing, and has caused rivers and streams to run high and flood in some places.
There may be a few thunderstorms int he Sierra Nevada this afternoon, and every afternoon starting on Saturday and into next week.
Our forecast high for Bakersfield today is 96 degrees with lows in the low seventies.
Stay safe and stay hydrated.