Dangerous Heat, Air Quality Put NYC On Alert

NEW YORK, NY— Dangerous heat and deteriorating air quality spread across New York City on Monday.

An Air Quality Alert will remain in effect from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday for portions of the New York City metropolitan area, according to the National Weather Service.

Forecasters said 80-degree temperatures, stagnant conditions and elevated ozone levels are driving pollution levels into unhealthy ranges, primarily hazardous for sensitive groups.

The weather service advises older adults, children and people with respiratory illnesses to take more precautions, including extra hydration and limiting outside exposure.

The National Weather Service HeatRisk index reached the moderate category Tuesday across much of the region, particularly affecting people without air conditioning or reliable access to hydration.

The hot stretch of weather is expected to continue into midweek as the cold front pushes east across the state.

What’s Next In NYC's Forecast?

New York City will see a stretch of dangerous heat through Wednesday before temperatures drop sharply later in the week.

• Tuesday: High near 95 degrees with partly cloudy skies. Heat index values could climb higher during the afternoon.
• Wednesday: Temperatures stay in the low 90s before showers and thunderstorms move in by evening.
• Thursday: Cooler air arrives with highs falling into the upper 60s.
• Weekend: Clouds, showers and rain chances continue with highs mostly in the low 60s.