HEAT ALERT: Stretch of extreme heat, poor air quality and a few storms beginning Wednesday
Stay heat smart Wednesday through the weekend with high heat, humidity, poor air quality and a few scattered thunderstorm chances on Long Island.
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ALERTS: EXTREME HEAT WARNING is in effect from Wednesday at noon through Friday at 9 p.m. An EXTREME HEAT WATCH remains in effect for Saturday. An AIR QUALITY ALERT is in effect for 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Wednesday and will be extended beyond that. Stay hydrated and safe!
Tonight will be partly cloudy, with the chance for a passing shower or thunderstorm during the overnight hours. It'll stay warm and muggy, with lows in the 60s and low-70s.
Wednesday brings a mix of sun and clouds along with building heat. High temperatures will reach the upper 80s to low 90s and a few spotty late-day showers and thunderstorms could develop. Some of those storms may produce brief heavy downpours and gusty winds.
Long Island will see plenty of sunshine and hot conditions by Thursday, with temperatures in the 90s and feels-like temperatures climbing into the low 100s. The peak of the heat continues Friday, with afternoon temperatures in the upper 90s to near 100. Heat index values could range from 100 to 110, so limit strenuous outdoor activities, stay hydrated and check on those most vulnerable to the heat. A late-day pop-up shower or thunderstorm is possible.
Looking ahead to the Fourth of July on Saturday, expect a mix of sun and clouds with continued hot weather. Temperatures will once again be in the 90s, heat index values will push into the upper 90s and low 100s, and a few late-day thunderstorms can't be ruled out.
