WEATHER ALERT
An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for parts of Massachusetts from Wednesday through Saturday, with an Extreme Heat Watch for portions of Vermont, New Hampshire, and the South Coast. Heat Advisory for Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard. Expect Heat Index values to range from 98-112 degrees during the period, with our highest readings Thursday & Friday!
EXTREME HEAT & HUMIDITY
We’ll see a few passing showers and thunderstorms overnight with low temps around 70.
Wednesday will be the first day of the extreme heat & humidity with highs reaching the mid to upper 90s. A stray shower/thunderstorm possible in the morning and then another shot for more during the evening and early nighttime hours. Best chance for severe weather will be across western New England.
Thursday & Friday will be the hottest of the 4-day period with highs breaking 100 and heat index values reaching their peak, near or at 112! Best advice is to limit outdoor activities and drink plenty of water. As far as precipitation goes, Thursday and Friday are looking mostly dry but can’t rule out a very isolated afternoon evening shower/thunderstorm, especially Friday.
JULY 4TH WEEKEND
Saturday stays hot with highs in the 90s. We’ll also watch the chance for scattered showers and thunderstorms during the afternoon and evening. Some storms could impact Fourth of July fireworks plans, so keep an eye on the forecast if you have outdoor celebrations planned.
A cold front will bring some relief Sunday with temperatures dropping back into the 80s. It won’t be completely dry, though, with scattered showers and thunderstorms possible as cooler air starts to move in.
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