Another scorcher is on tap for the Denver metro area on Friday and meteorologists are warning about major heat risks in some areas.

The National Weather Service in Boulder said to expect a high of 96 degrees under partly sunny skies on Friday. That’s hot, but not even close to the record high for Aug. 8 in Denver of 105 degrees, set in 1878, which is also tied for the hottest temperature ever recorded in Denver.

The normal high temperature for Aug. 8 in Denver is 89 degrees, according to weather service historical data.

Meteorologists said Denver is under moderate-to-major heat risk on Friday, with greatest risk coming for areas east of the I-25 corridor. This means the heat will affect anyone who doesn’t have a good way to stay cool and hydrated, and it could impact health systems and industries, the weather service said.

While Denver tied its record high of 99 degrees for Aug. 7 on Thursday, it also tied a record for the warmest low temperature. The low of 74 degrees on Thursday was tied the hottest low temperature in 144 years in Denver, according to 9NEWS Meteorologist Chris Bianchi.

Denver activated cooling centers at libraries and rec centers on Thursday due to the extreme heat, but it wasn’t clear if those would be reactivated Friday.

High temperatures can cause illness if your body is unable to dissipate the heat effectively. Adults 65 or older, children under 2, those experiencing homelessness, pregnant individuals and those with chronic medical conditions and/or disabilities are especially prone to heat-related illnesses and should take extra precautions.

Additionally, people should be wary of leaving pets alone in their vehicles, as they can also be prone to heatstroke. If you see a dog in a hot car you are asked to call 311 or Denver Animal Protection at 720-913-2080.

The air quality was expected to be in the good-to-moderate range on Friday, according to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, due to breezy, unsettled weather and no alerts or warnings were in effect.

Tonight, the weather service said there’s a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before midnight. Showers could continue through 3 a.m. The chance for rain sits at about 20% overnight, meteorologists said.

And finally, some relief from the heat is on its way as the low temperature is expected to drop to about 62 degrees overnight, according to the weather service.