Hot in April

It was quite warm (some may say even downright hot) yesterday in Chico, as the high temperature at the airport reached 88 degrees. At the Chico State Farm on the south side of town, the temperature hit 91 degrees. Normal highs for late April are in the mid 70s. Expect another hot day today, with forecast highs in the lower 90s. What happened to spring? Not to worry; spring weather returns next week as highs cool down into the 70s for highs by the middle of next week. There's even a chance for rain next Thursday. In the meantime, for those who love the hot weather, enjoy this weekend! The California Nut Festival is happening today at Patrick Ranch, located in Durham, south of Chico. If attending, wear light-colored and loose-fitting clothing, and have fun this weekend! Here's Chico's seven day forecast from the National Weather Service: Today: Sunny, with a high near 91. North northwest wind between 3 and 5 mph. Tonight: Clear, with a low around 61. South wind at 5 mph becoming northeast. Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 89. North northeast wind around 5 mph becoming south. Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 61. Southeast wind around 7 mph. Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. South southeast wind between 5 and 7 mph. Monday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 58. Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 76. Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 55. Wednesday: Partly sunny, with a high near 73. Wednesday Night: A chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 52. Thursday: A chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 63. Thursday Night: A chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48. Friday: Partly sunny, with a high near 66.