Things Are Heating Up For The Holiday In New Jersey

A Heat Advisory is basically weather officials saying, “Today’s heat could be more than just uncomfortable; be careful out there.” It usually means the combination of heat and humidity is expected to make it feel dangerously hot, especially if you’re outside for long periods.

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Here in New Jersey, we all know a hot day can quickly turn into that heavy, sticky kind of heat that drains your energy fast. It’s a good reminder to drink extra water, find some shade or air conditioning when you can, and not overdo it in the summer sun.

It looks like we could have temperatures near 100 degrees during the week, and a hot 4th of July looks possible for the Garden State as we celebrate America 250.

What is the forecast for the 4th of July week?

• Monday 6/29 Partly Sunny 85 degrees
• Tuesday 6/30 Partly Sunny 89 degrees
• Wednesday 7/1 Sunny 96 degrees
• Thursday 7/2 Sunny 102 degrees
• Friday 7/3 Some Sun and Clouds with late day thunderstorms possible 102 degrees
• Saturday 7/4 (4th of July) Some Sun and Clouds with late day thunderstorms possible 97 degrees
• Sunday 7/5 Some Sun and Clouds with late day thunderstorms possible 90 degrees
• Monday 7/6 Scattered thunderstorms and cooler with high 83 degrees

So get ready for hot dogs and hot weather for the 4th of July week as we get set to celebrate the 250th birthday of America.

When is the extreme heat watch issued in New Jersey?

Extreme Heat Watch: Wednesday 12 pm through Saturday (4th of July) 8pm

Be sure that you try to stay cool, wear lightweight clothing, and drink plenty of water. Keep an eye on the elderly, the young, and your pets during this upcoming heat wave.