Experience the heat like never before! With NYC hitting a record 103 degrees, find out the best ways to stay cool and safe during this extraordinary Northeast heatwave.

This summer, the Northeast is witnessing one of its fiercest heatwaves, with NYC in the spotlight reaching a sizzling 103 degrees. Discover essential safety tips, the week’s weather breakdown, and expert insights from meteorologist Amy Freeze to help you navigate the sweltering days ahead. Stay updated with our comprehensive guide to coping with extreme temperatures, changes in weather patterns including the arrival of thunderstorms, and much more.
Clouds and some light rain are sweeping across northern areas, including Buffalo and Syracuse, with overcast conditions extending towards Albany. The southern edge of this rain is skimming Scranton, and light showers could also touch parts of New York City during the afternoon. To the east, Boston will mostly remain under dry but cloudy conditions, whereas Philadelphia and Washington are seeing clearer skies.
Evening temperatures in New York City start at 92 degrees at 9 PM, cooling slightly to 89 degrees by 11 PM, and reaching 87 degrees by 1 AM. The skies will remain clear throughout the evening. Winds are gentle, coming from the northwest at 4 mph.
Tonight, we’re looking at low temperatures dropping to 59 degrees in Burlington and 60 degrees in Portland. Albany will cool off to 65 degrees, while Syracuse is expected to see a low of 64 degrees. New York City remains slightly milder at 74, with Scranton dipping to 69 degrees. Expect these cooler temperatures across the Northeast region to usher in a refreshing overnight air.
Tomorrow in the Northeast, Boston is set to reach a high of 91 degrees, while Albany will hit 90. New York City anticipates an even warmer day at 97 degrees, and Philadelphia is projected to soar to 98 degrees. Scranton will see temperatures climb to 90 degrees, with Pittsburgh hitting a warm 92. This heatwave reflects significantly above-average readings for the region, influenced by a dominating high-pressure system.
A quick-moving cold front will bring scattered showers and thunderstorms across the Northeast tomorrow. Expect the heaviest rain from Buffalo to Syracuse by late morning. By afternoon, storm chances increase from New York to Boston, with brief downpours possible. Cooler temperatures will follow as the front clears the region by evening. Monitor for potential severe weather alerts, particularly around Albany and into northern New England.
NYC’s UV index is set to be very high at 9 today and tomorrow, with a rapid burn time of just 15 minutes in direct sunlight.
Here’s the 7-day forecast for New York City: Tuesday: Get ready for those summer vibes with clear skies, and a high of 100 degrees while the low will be around 82 degrees. Wednesday: Expect mostly cloudy conditions with a high of 95 degrees cooling to 75 degrees overnight. Thursday: We’re seeing cloudy weather, and things cool down a bit with a high of 78 degrees and a low of 65 degrees. Friday: More clouds on the horizon, with a high of 71 degrees and a low of 66 degrees. Saturday: Scattered thunderstorms will make an appearance; the high will reach 81 degrees and dip to 72 degrees. Sunday: Partly cloudy skies with possible thunderstorms in the afternoon, high at 80 degrees, and a low at 71 degrees. Monday: The week starts with thunderstorms early in the day, high of 83 degrees cooling to 74 degrees at night.