Heat index nears 102 degrees Tuesday as sweltering conditions grip DC region
Heat index nears 102 degrees Tuesday
High heat and humidity continues to blanket much of the East Coast, driving up temperatures across the Washington, D.C. area on Tuesday.
WASHINGTON - High heat and humidity continues to blanket much of the East Coast, driving up temperatures across the Washington, D.C. area on Tuesday.
Tuesday forecast
Highs are expected near 100 degrees, with humidity pushing heat index values to around 102. No rain is expected.
Timeline:
The extreme heat is expected to continue on Wednesday, with temperatures reaching the upper 90s and heat index values as high as 104. A slight chance of evening showers or thunderstorms may bring temporary relief on Wednesday.
Thursday remains hot before a cooldown begins Friday, with highs dropping into the 70s and settling in the 80s through the weekend.
Hot, humid Tuesday with heat index values near 102 degrees
A hot and humid Tuesday across the Washington, D.C. region with heat index values near 102 degrees.
The Source: Information in this article comes from the FOX 5 Weather Team and the National Weather Service.