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(7/3/2026) 7-Day Forecast +3: Tempatures will be warmer than expected
By Jesse Zaragoza at KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)
· July 4, 2026
· 1 min read
PERMIAN BASIN, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - (7/3/2026) Here’s your 7-Day Forecast +3 from Chief Forecaster Horace Brown. THE RIDGE KEEPS BEEFING UP JUST WEST OF US THROUGH NEXT WEEK, AND THAT MEANS THE HEAT IS HERE TO STAY.
Key takeaway THE RIDGE KEEPS BEEFING UP JUST WEST OF US THROUGH NEXT WEEK, AND THAT MEANS THE HEAT IS HERE TO STAY.
Why this matters in The Midland
With warmer temperatures expected to persist in the Permian Basin, Midland residents can anticipate increased strain on the city's water and energy resources. As the heat intensifies, local households may see higher utility bills, which could disproportionately affect low-income families who already struggle to make ends meet. Furthermore, the prolonged heat wave may also exacerbate drought conditions in the area, potentially impacting local agriculture and landscaping businesses. The city's parks and recreation department may need to implement stricter water conservation measures to mitigate the effects of the heat on public green spaces. As the community braces for the heat, it will be crucial to monitor the city's response to these challenges and explore ways to support vulnerable populations and local businesses.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? PERMIAN BASIN, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - (7/3/2026) Here’s your 7-Day Forecast +3 from Chief Forecaster Horace Brown. THE RIDGE KEEPS BEEFING UP JUST WEST OF US THROUGH NEXT WEEK, AND THAT MEANS THE HEAT IS HERE TO STAY.
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