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Heat index climbs to 102 degrees Monday.
Hot and humid conditions across the Washington, D.C. area on Monday with high temperatures in the mid-90s and heat index values as high as 101 degrees.
WASHINGTON - Sweltering heat and high humidity gripped the Washington, D.C., area Monday, with temperatures climbing into the mid-90s and heat index values reaching up to 102 degrees.
Dangerous heat persist
The extreme conditions are expected to continue through at least midweek, according to FOX 5’s Cesar Cornejo. No severe weather is expected for Monday.
A Heat Advisory remains in effect until 8 p.m. EDT for portions of central, east-central and eastern Virginia.
Safety tips
What we know:
The National Weather Service urges residents to stay hydrated, remain in air-conditioned spaces, avoid direct sunlight and check on relatives and neighbors. Those spending time outdoors should wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing and limit strenuous activity to the early morning or evening hours.
Officials also advise taking quick action if signs of heat exhaustion or heat stroke appear.
Cornejo says a phenomenon known as a heat dome, a large area of high pressure in the upper atmosphere that traps heat and humidity, is responsible for the extreme temperatures.
The Source: Information in this article comes from the FOX 5 Weather Team and the National Weather Service.