After a brutal couple of weeks, we finally had a few really nice days. This past weekend, we got some work done outside and even went to a horse show. It was so balmy and pleasant. Then yesterday, we went to the Indiana State Fair and had such a good time. We weren’t dripping sweat or running for cover to escape the heat. It’s been wonderful.

But now, Mother Nature has decided it’s time to turn the heat back on.

According to the National Weather Service, “Typical August conditions expected for the next several days with heat and humidity. No significant rain is forecast for at least the next 4 or 5 days.”

Last week, we saw temps in the low 80s, but they've been steadily creeping back up.

7 Day Forecast
Here's the seven-day forecast from the NWS:

Today (Wednesday):
It will be sunny with a high near 89°F. Tonight will be mostly clear with a low around 69°F.

Thursday:
Expect sunny skies with a high near 90°F. Thursday night will be mostly clear with a low around 70°F. Winds will be calm throughout the day and night.

Friday:
Sunny conditions continue with a high near 92°F. Winds will be calm, becoming south-southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon. Friday night will be mostly clear with a low around 72°F and a light southeast wind.

Saturday:
Saturday will be sunny with a high near 92°F. A south wind between 3 and 6 mph is expected. The night will be mostly clear with a low around 73°F and a southeast wind at 3 to 6 mph.

Sunday:
Sunny with a high near 92°F and a south wind between 3 and 6 mph. Sunday night will be mostly clear with a low around 73°F and a southeast wind at 3 to 5 mph.

Monday:
There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Otherwise, it will be sunny with a high near 92°F and a south wind at 3 to 6 mph. Monday night will be mostly clear with a low around 74°F and a south wind between 3 and 5 mph.

Tuesday:
Expect a chance of showers and thunderstorms. The day will be mostly sunny with a high near 93°F and a south-southwest wind at 5 to 7 mph.
Luckily, we won't see the 98-degree temps but even temperatures in the low 90s with high humidity can be brutal.

Read More: What's the Temperature Difference in Winter & Summer in Indiana?

Protecting Yourself from the Heat

Here are some ways to protect yourself and others from ready.gov. 

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Stay Cool Indoors

• Do not rely on a fan as your primary cooling device. Fans move air but do not lower body temperature.
• Install window air conditioners and insulate around them.
• Add insulation to keep heat out.
• Use window reflectors to reflect heat outside.
• Cover windows with drapes or shades.
• Weather-strip doors and windows.
• Use a powered attic ventilator or attic fan to remove hot air from your attic.
• Use your oven less to keep indoor temps down.

Financial & Community Resources

• If you cannot afford cooling costs, weatherization, or energy-related repairs, contact LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program).
• Identify cooling centers in your community (e.g., libraries, shopping malls).
  Contact your local health department for nearby cooling options.

Personal Safety

• Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
• Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing.
• Take cool showers or baths.
• If you’re outside, find shade and wear a wide-brimmed hat.
• Avoid high-energy activities or outdoor work during midday heat.
• Watch for symptoms of heat illness
• If Air Conditioning Is Not Available
  • Find a cooling center or alternative location.
  • Sit in the shade or under a tree.
  • Use cool compresses or cold towels.

Protect Others

• Check on family members, older adults, and neighbors.
  Never leave people or pets in a closed car, even for a short time.
• Pet Safety: Make sure pets have cool water and access to comfortable shade.
  Remember: Asphalt and dark pavement can burn their paws.