Central New York and the Mohawk Valley are in for another day of heat and humidity on Friday, but the National Weather Service is predicting significant relief this weekend.
The forecast for Friday is for a 5th straight day upper 80s to near 90 temperatures, along with humidity and the chance of strong thunderstorms. The oppressive weather is expected to move out of the area overnight and into Saturday morning as a cold front will move in, and bring dryer weather and temperatures in the mid-70s for Saturday, Sunday and Monday, according to the weather service. There's also the chance of thunderstorms, which could be severe.
Clouds on Saturday morning are expected to give way to increased sunshine with a 25% chance of a shower. More sunshine is expected on Sunday with temperatures in the mid to upper 70s. Highs will rise back up into the 80s next week.
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for the northeast on Friday through 8 p.m.. "Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, according to NWS. People working or participating in outdoor
activities should spend time out of the heat and hydrate. The weather service says the heat index on Friday will reach as high as 100 degrees.
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