Extreme Heat Watch Issued for New York City Area Until Friday Evening
An Extreme Heat Watch has been issued by NWS Upton NY for the New York City area, including Manhattan, Bronx, Staten Island, Brooklyn, and Queens. The watch is in effect from Wednesday afternoon through Friday evening, with dangerously hot conditions and heat index values between 105 to 110 possible.
An Extreme Heat Watch has been issued by NWS Upton NY. The watch, issued June 29 at 2:40 AM EDT, is in effect until July 3 at 9:00 PM EDT. It covers Bronx, Kings (Brooklyn), New York (Manhattan), Northern Queens, Richmond (Staten Island), and Southern Queens counties.
Dangerously hot conditions are expected, with heat index values possibly reaching between 105 to 110. These conditions are anticipated from Wednesday afternoon through Friday evening.
The extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat-related illnesses. This is particularly true for those working or participating in outdoor activities. There is potential for the dangerous heat to continue into Saturday.