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More intense heat heading to the Valley
Summary by The Brownsville Editorial Desk Craig Verley , as published by ValleyCentral
· July 31, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway In western Starr County, temperatures may be even higher, potentially reaching 105.
The Rio Grande Valley is expected to experience intense heat over the next couple of days. Temperatures are forecast to reach the 100-102 range in most areas. In western Starr County, temperatures may be even higher, potentially reaching 105.
The lower Valley is expected to be slightly cooler, with temperatures around 96. Coastal areas are forecast to be the coolest, with temperatures closer to 90. Further details about the heat forecast are available from ValleyCentral, including specific temperature predictions for different parts of the Valley.
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Category: government Published: July 31, 2026 Source: ValleyCentral Reading time: 1 min
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