Record High Temperatures Expected Across Regions

Record high temperatures are expected across several regions in the U.S. this weekend, including central and southern New Mexico and the Tennessee Valley, where temperatures could reach up to 84 degrees. New Mexico will see a cool down starting Monday, with strong winds and potential for spotty showers and mountain snow, while the state may experience its first freeze of the season by Thursday. The Wiregrass region in Alabama is also facing near-record highs with temperatures between 87-89 degrees due to ongoing dry weather. Meanwhile, Hurricane Oscar has dissipated, and no tropical development is forecasted for the next week, although conditions may become favorable for future storms in late October. Residents are advised to stay weather aware due to the potential for increased tropical activity in the Caribbean. The National Hurricane Center indicates that while the current atmospheric patterns inhibit development, a shift is on the horizon.