Heat advisory: Fort Collins could see 100 degrees Monday

Monday's weather threatened to hit 100 degrees in Fort Collins but made it to 94 degrees officially.

Still, with the dog days of summer here, there's plenty to remember about how to safely make the most of your time in the heat.

Here's a look at the rest of the week's heat forecast, how to stay cool and the city's history with triple-digit heat.

Heat advisory issued for Fort Collins and I-25 corridor Monday

• The National Weather service issued a heat advisory for the Fort Collins, Greeley, Boulder and Denver areas from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, July 17.

• A heat advisory is issued when temperatures approach 100 degrees, and those outside for prolonged periods of time are at risk of heat-related health issues.

Fort Collins forecast flirting with 100 degrees before cooldown

• Tuesday: 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2 p.m. Some of the storms could produce gusty winds. Partly sunny, with a high near 92. Breezy, with a north northwest wind 10 to 15 mph and gusts as high as 23 mph. Low of 60.

• Wednesday: 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 87. North wind 7 to 14 mph becoming southwest in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph. Low of 61.

• Thursday: Chance of showers and thunderstorms. High near 77. Breezy, with a light northeast wind becoming east northeast 12 to 17 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Showers and thunderstorms possible in the evening, with chance of precipitation 60%.

How to keep cool when hot temperatures are forecast

• If outside, drink a cup of cool water every 20 minutes, even if you don't feel thirsty. If working or exercising outside, drink fluids that contain electrolytes.

• Take regular breaks in the shade or go indoors to an air-conditioned room.

• Wear light-colored, loose-fitting clothes.

• Apply 30 spf or higher sunscreen every two hours.

• Do not leave pets or children unattended in vehicles. Look before you lock.

Symptoms of heat exhaustion/stroke and how you need to respond

• If you exhibit dizziness, weakness, nausea, heavy sweating or thirst, move to a cooler area, loosen clothing, sip cool water and seek medical attention if symptoms don't improve.

• If you or someone else exhibits confusion or dizziness, or if a person becomes unconscious, call 911 immediately and move the person to a cool area, loosen clothing and cool with water or ice.

Don't forget to protect your dogs from the heat

• Walk your dog early in the morning or in the evening.

• If left outside, make sure your dog has a cool place and provide plenty of drinking water.

• If your pet exhibits symptoms of heat stroke such as glassy eyes, heavy panting, excessive drooling, red/purple gums, vomiting or wobbly legs, immediately move your pet to a cooler area, offer small amounts of tepid water, apply towels doused in cool (never cold) water, or spray with cool water. If symptoms continue, contact your veterinarian.

• If your dog suffers heat stroke, the average survival rate is 50%, so avoiding the situation is critical.

History of 100-degree heat in Fort Collins

• The last time Fort Collins saw 100 degrees was June 16, 2021.

• Fort Collins has had 14 days of 100 degrees or higher temperature since 2000 and 14 days from the start of record keeping in 1893 to the end of 1999.

• The last six 100-degree days have taken place in June.

• Fort Collins' longest streak of consecutive 100-degree or hotter days occurred July 10-13, 1954. The next longest streak was June 23-25, 2012.

• The city's all-time record high is 103 degrees on July 21, 2005.

Source: Colorado Climate Center

This article originally appeared on Fort Collins Coloradoan: Fort Collins weather forecast: How to stay healthy in 100-degree heat