Boise, Idaho – Idaho’s stretch of summer heat isn’t done yet, with highs pushing into the mid-90s through Thursday before rain chances arrive this weekend. Drivers, especially along I-84 near Boise, should prepare for slick conditions if showers develop late Friday into Saturday.
According to the National Weather Service, Wednesday’s high will hit 96 degrees under mostly sunny skies. Calm winds will shift northwest in the afternoon, bringing little relief from the heat. Nights will stay mild, with lows in the upper 60s. The heat continues Thursday with another 95-degree day before a slight cooldown arrives by Friday.
Friday marks the transition. Clouds increase, and a 20 percent chance of showers develops after midnight. By Saturday, rain chances rise to 30 percent, with thunderstorms possible in the afternoon. Any storms could bring localized downpours, lightning, and hazardous driving conditions…