Heatwave Persists Across Regions, Cooling Expected

Switzerland is expected to endure another heat spike, with temperatures around 35°C and a persistent drought, though models hint at a possible cooler, more unsettled end of the week accompanied by scattered showers. In Western Washington, Seattle’s average high has edged down to the low 80s as a gradual seasonal cooling sets in, with August-like daily patterns and no rain expected in the near term. The Umpqua Valley likewise trends cooler toward normal August temperatures, with early-week highs near 90 and mid-80s inland by midweek, plus potential thunderstorms in eastern Douglas County later in the week. A local TV forecast notes this overall cooler trend as part of a seasonally cooler pattern. For homes dealing with heat, window treatments such as roller blinds and Vision or Day & Night blinds are highlighted as effective ways to reduce solar gain, with professional measurement and installation offered by Sol Y Sombra and a local showroom.