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FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Tuesday, August 18th, 2026
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Sawyer McElroy , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· August 18, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points High temperatures will reach the 90s and 100s. Winds will be relatively light, ranging from 5 to 10 miles per hour.
A hot day is expected with quiet conditions across the region. High temperatures will reach the 90s and 100s. Winds will be relatively light, ranging from 5 to 10 miles per hour. Skies are expected to be sunny to mostly sunny.
High pressure is building, leading to very hot afternoons and abundant sunshine. Rain is not expected, with overall rain-free conditions continuing.
Further details on the forecast are available, including temperature expectations for specific areas and conditions for the evening and following morning.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 18, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
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What is this story about? A hot day is expected with quiet conditions across the region. High temperatures will reach the 90s and 100s. Winds will be relatively light, ranging from 5 to 10 miles per hour. Skies are expected…
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