HEAT ALERT: Intense heat to linger across NJ; feels-like temps rise into the 100s

Storm Watch Team Meteorologist James Gregorio says temperatures will remain in the upper-80s and low-90s through the week.

News 12 Staff

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Jul 19, 2022, 10:05 AM

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Updated 886 days ago

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New Jersey will see dangerously warm temperatures for the next several days, with daytime highs in the 90s.

Storm Watch Team meteorologists say that the feels-like temperatures will feel as if conditions are above 100 degrees.

New Jersey residents are urged to limit their time outdoors during the hottest periods, wear loose and light-fitting clothing while outside, and be sure to drink plenty of fluids.

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OVERNIGHT: Partly cloudy skies with temperatures cooling into the mid-70s.

WEDNESDAY: Hazy, hot and humid conditions. Daytime highs around 97 degrees. Mostly clear overnight with temperatures cooling into the mid- to low-70s.

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THURSDAY: Similar weather to Wednesday. Daytime highs around 96 degrees. Overnight lows dipping to around 75. There is a chance for some storms by the afternoon.

FRIDAY: Mostly clear skies. Daytime highs around 96 degrees. Overnight lows around 75.

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WEEKEND: Weekend temperatures should remain in the 90s. Saturday could see an increase of clouds.