extreme heat

Some inland areas could have highs between 90 and 110 degrees, with the hottest temperatures predicted for Wednesday.

Temperatures could reach 110 degrees in some inland and mountain areas.

The mountains of Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo Counties could have some of the hottest temperatures.

Meteorologists say Tuesday may turn out to be the hottest day of the week, but there won't be significant cooling until the weekend.

The hottest weather is expected on Thursday and Friday.

Inland, mountain areas will see the biggest impacts, with highs 15-20 degrees above normal.

Only slight coooling predicted for the weekend.

It may peak Friday, with cooling so gradual it could be the middle of next week before temperatures are back to normal.

Coastal, inland areas expected to peak Friday: Further inland, the hottest temperatures could come Saturday.

A high pressure ridge could keep temperatures above normal for inland areas until next week.