HEAT ALERT: Dangerous heat builds across The Bronx ahead of the holiday weekend
Temperatures climb into the mid and upper 90s through the end of the week, with heat index values near 100 degrees.
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Dangerous heat continues to build across the region over the next several days. Temperatures climb into the 90s beginning Wednesday, with heat index values reaching around 100 degrees. By Thursday and Friday, the combination of hot temperatures and high humidity will create hazardous conditions for anyone spending extended time outdoors.
The heat persists through the Fourth of July weekend, although each afternoon carries the chance for isolated to scattered thunderstorms. Not everyone will see rain, but any storm that develops could produce brief heavy downpours, gusty winds and frequent lightning. Be sure to stay hydrated, limit strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day and check on vulnerable family members and neighbors.
Today: Mostly sunny, hot and humid. Highs in the mid to upper 80s.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny with dangerous heat building. A stray afternoon thunderstorm is possible. Highs in the lower to middle 90s, with feels-like temperatures near 100 degrees.
Thursday: Sunny and dangerously hot. Highs in the mid-90s, nearing 100 degrees.
Friday: Hot and humid with a slight chance of an afternoon shower or thunderstorm. Highs in the upper 90s, nearing 100 degrees.
Saturday (Fourth of July): Mostly sunny, hot and humid with scattered afternoon and evening thunderstorms possible. Highs in the upper 90s.
Sunday: Mostly sunny with scattered afternoon thunderstorms possible. Highs in the lower 90s.
Monday: Partly sunny with a chance for showers and thunderstorms. Highs in the mid to upper 80s.
