It’s going to be a hot and humid week.

Hot and humid conditions will prevail through much of this week. Afternoon heat indices of around 105 will be common from today through at least Thursday. pic.twitter.com/mffBKIp7KL

— NWS Springfield (@NWSSpringfield) August 9, 2021

The National Weather Service says afternoon heat index readings will be close to 105 degrees in some places.

There’s a heat advisory through Thursday night for the entire listening area.

A few thunderstorms are possible today across the area. There is a marginal risk for severe storms over the eastern Ozarks, mainly this afternoon and evening. Some of the storms could produce heavy downpours. pic.twitter.com/wif6Lt8hTR

— NWS Springfield (@NWSSpringfield) August 9, 2021