The Czech Republic is bracing for a tropical weekend with temperatures expected to exceed 30 degrees Celsius. Friday will see highs of 34 degrees Celsius, rising to 36 degrees Celsius on Saturday. Skies will be mostly clear, but strong thunderstorms are anticipated in some areas starting Saturday. The heat is predicted to persist into the beginning of next week, with only a moderate cooling expected around the middle of the week. This forecast comes from the Czech Hydrometeorological Institute (ČHMÚ). Residents are advised to prepare for the intense heat and potential for severe weather.