New York Heat Wave: Temperatures to Reach 100°F, Breaking Records

Approaching Heat Wave

• 🌡️ A significant heat wave is set to begin in New York on Sunday, June 21st, with temperatures expected to climb.
• 📈 The average date for hitting 90°F is May 28th, but this year it will be around June 21st-24th.

Record-Breaking Temperatures

• ☀️ The last time temperatures hit 100°F was in 2012, and the last time it hit 100°F in June was in 1966.
• ⚠️ There's a possibility of tying a record on Monday and breaking it on Tuesday, with the city potentially reaching 100°F.
• 💨 Heat indices are expected to be between 100°F and 111°F by Monday.

Weather Patterns and Thunderstorms

• ☁️ A large heat dome is covering the eastern half of the nation, pushing thunderstorms north.
• ⚡ There is a slight chance of isolated thunderstorms on Sunday, but they are expected to weaken and stay across New England or the Great Lakes.
• 🌊 Temperatures near the water will be cooler, around 80°F, with water temperatures close to 70°F.

Forecast and Impact

• 🗓️ The forecast indicates a prolonged 4-day heat spell with temperatures in the 90s.
• ⚠️ This extended period of heat is expected to be hard on the body and the power grid.
• ⚠️ The UV index is a nine, meaning burning can occur in 15 minutes.