Summer Weather Thread
Jaytee said:
Is it gonna be that bad later on today? Some people are predicting possible tornadoes…
I’m very happy about the rainy forecast. Not the least because we just planted some grass seed to patch some bare spots in our lawn.
Friday, June 26th
A bit of rain to start the weekend, then warmer
Today, the showers should end this morning but the clouds will remain. High mid 80⁰s
Tonight, showers return, perhaps a rumble of thunder, low upper 60⁰s
Saturday, chance showers, highest midday, decreasing in the afternoon. Otherwise mostly cloudy high around 80⁰, overnight dry clearing, low upper 60⁰s
Sunday, mostly clear and warm, high mid 80⁰s, not too humid. Overnight low upper 60⁰s
Monday partly cloudy, not too humid, high upper 80⁰s, overnight lows upper 60⁰s
The rest of the week should continue to be warm, with highs around 90⁰ and slight chance to chance afternoon shower or thunderstorm (highest likelihood is chance on Tuesday), overnight lows in the low 70⁰s
Saturday June 27th
Weekend update
Still some light showers possible (but not certain) today, Saturday
The heat late next week is looking quite serious, with likely Advisory level temperatures (upper 90⁰s) and possible warnings level temps (heat indexes over 100⁰) on Thursday, and Friday and perhaps into the weekend
Image is one model's interpretation from this morning's GFS run
My apps are suggesting actual temperatures (not feel-like ones) reaching 104-105 degree highs on Thursday and Friday.
Jasmo said:
My apps are suggesting actual temperatures (not feel-like ones) reaching 104-105 degree highs on Thursday and Friday.
Yes, the forecast temps are higher today
Monday, June 29th
The NWS has issued an Extreme Heat Watch through Friday. Expect likely temperatures over 100⁰ Thursday and Friday, and well into the 90⁰s Wednesday and over the weekend. Although humidity is likely to be moderate, heat indexes ("feels like" temperatures) could top 105⁰ both days. There is a possibility of thunderstorms in the afternoons most days this week.
Today, mostly sunny high upper 80⁰s low overnight upper 60⁰s
Tuesday mostly sunny with a slight chance of afternoon thunderstorms. High near 90⁰, low around 70⁰
Wednesday mostly sunny with a slight chance of showers and possibly thunderstorms, high mid 90⁰s low upper 70⁰s
Thursday and Friday sunny, very hot, high around 100⁰ with a heat index over 105⁰ possible -- this would trigger and Extreme Heat Warning -- very slight chance of a thunderstorm Thursday and chance Friday, overnight low around 80⁰
The weekend likely continues sunny and hot, with daytime highs in the mid 90⁰s and chance of thunderstorms both days
While any thunderstorm can be dangerous, the chance of these storms this week being severe is small
240 AM EDT Mon Jun 29 2026
...EXTREME HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values between
105 to 110 possible.
* WHERE...Portions of southern Connecticut, northeast New Jersey,
and southeast New York.
* WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon through Friday evening.
* IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase
the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those
working or participating in outdoor activities.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Coastal areas across southeast CT and Long
Island will likely see peak heat index values closer to 100 to
105. There is potential for the dangerous heat to continue into
Saturday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Seniors and those with chronic health problems or mental health
conditions are at an increased risk. Homes without air conditioning
can be much hotter than outdoor temperatures.
Use air conditioning to stay cool at home or go to a place that has
air conditioning. If you don`t have home air conditioning, continue
to seek out cool spaces each day as long as it remains hot, and for
a few days after if your home is still hot. Check on vulnerable
friends, family members and neighbors.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! In cases of heat stroke call 9 1 1.
Tuesday June 30th 2026
EXTREME HEAT WARNING
The NWS has upgraded the Extreme Heat Watch to an EXTREME HEAT WARNING for Wednesday July 1st. The Extreme Heat Watch continues for Thursday and Friday. Expect the Watch to be further upgraded to a Warning formthose days as we get closer.
From the NWS:
Extreme Heat Warning issued June 30 at 5:47AM EDT until July 1 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
* WHAT... For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values between 105 to 110 expected. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112 possible.
* WHERE... Portions of southern Connecticut, northeast New Jersey, and southeast New York.
* WHEN... For the Extreme Heat Warning, from noon to 9 PM EDT Wednesday. For the Extreme Heat Watch, from Wednesday evening through Saturday evening.
* IMPACTS... Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... This has potential to be a multi-day extreme heat event with near record high temperatures and little overnight relief. This level of heat can be deadly for those without adequate cooling and hydration. Impacts to transportation infrastructure and electrical and water systems are also possible.
An Extreme Heat Warning means that the combination of heat and humidity is expected to make it feel like it is 105 degrees or greater. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible, and drink plenty of water.
Seniors and those with chronic health problems or mental health conditions are at an increased risk. Homes without air conditioning can be much hotter than outdoor temperatures.
Use air conditioning to stay cool at home or go to a place that has air conditioning. If you don't have home air conditioning, continue to seek out cool spaces each day as long as it remains hot, and for a few days after if your home is still hot. Check on vulnerable friends, family members and neighbors.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! In cases of heat stroke call 9 1 1.
An Extreme Heat Watch means that the combination of heat and humidity could create a dangerous situation in which heat illnesses are possible. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible, and drink plenty of water.
TARGET AREA... Northern Fairfield; Northern New Haven; Northern Middlesex; Southern Fairfield; Southern New Haven; Western Passaic; Eastern Passaic; Hudson; Western Bergen; Eastern Bergen; Western Essex; Eastern Essex; Western Union; Eastern Union; Orange; Putnam; Rockland; Northern Westchester; Southern Westchester
Update 6/30 afternoon
The NWS has extended the warning for Wed through Friday, and extended the watch to cover Friday night and Saturday
Is this heatwave going to extend until Saturday night? July 4th activities might see a decrease in attendance. It’s just unbearable to be outside for more than 15 minutes. With heat indexes at 110 degrees yesterday was brutal, and it’s expected to be like this until Saturday night.
Thursday July 2nd
Hot 🔥
The NWS has extended the EXTREME HEAT WARNING through Saturday July 4th
Today through Saturday, daytime highs likely to be at or above 100⁰ with heat indexes today and Friday at or over 105⁰
Chance each afternoon and evening of scattered thunderstorms
Saturday chance in the afternoon becomes likely thunderstorms overnight
Sunday "only" expected to reach 90⁰ as heatwave ebbs, more showers likely
First half of next week, highs in the low to mid 80⁰s, showers likley to continue Monday, clearing Tuesday
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service New York NY
256 AM EDT Thu Jul 2 2026
CTZ005>007-009-010-NJZ002-004-006-103>108-NYZ067>071-030000- /O.CAN.KOKX.XH.A.0001.260704T0100Z-260705T0100Z/ /O.EXT.KOKX.XH.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260705T0100Z/
Northern Fairfield-Northern New Haven-Northern Middlesex-Southern Fairfield-Southern New Haven-Western Passaic-Eastern Passaic- Hudson-Western Bergen-Eastern Bergen-Western Essex-Eastern Essex- Western Union-Eastern Union-Orange-Putnam-Rockland-Northern Westchester-Southern Westchester-
256 AM EDT Thu Jul 2 2026
... EXTREME HEAT WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EDT SATURDAY...
* WHAT... Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values of 105 to 115 expected.
* WHERE... Portions of southern Connecticut, northeast New Jersey, and southeast New York.
* WHEN... Until 9 PM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS... Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... This is a multi-day extreme heat event with near record high temperatures and little overnight relief. This level of heat can be deadly for those without adequate cooling and hydration. Impacts to transportation infrastructure and electrical and water systems are also possible.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
An Extreme Heat Warning means that the combination of heat and humidity is expected to make it feel like it is 105 degrees or greater. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible, and drink plenty of water.
Seniors and those with chronic health problems or mental health conditions are at an increased risk. Homes without air conditioning can be much hotter than outdoor temperatures.
Use air conditioning to stay cool at home or go to a place that has air conditioning. If you don`t have home air conditioning, continue to seek out cool spaces each day as long as it remains hot, and for a few days after if your home is still hot. Check on vulnerable friends, family members and neighbors.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! In cases of heat stroke call 9 1 1.
&&
$$
I read on Wirecutter that it's more efficient to keep your AC running steadily than to keep turning it on and off and forcing it to cool off the space repeatedly.
Just checked the utility power outage maps and nothing bad so far.
bub said:
I read on Wirecutter that it's more efficient to keep your AC running steadily than to keep turning it on and off and forcing it to cool off the space repeatedly.
Just checked the utility power outage maps and nothing bad so far.
AC steady here and running as little electric as possible. Really hoping we don't lose power.
Note that most area libraries are cooling centers as is the Short Hills Mall. The latter has back up generators, I think, in case you need to get to a cooling center due to an area blackout. Some libraries may have back up too.
I have an EV and note for future reference that if you sit in a parked EV in utility mode, you can run AC and other functions etc for days. Not sure about every make and model.
bub said:
Note that most area libraries are cooling centers as is the Short Hills Mall. The latter has back up generators, I think, in case you need to get to a cooling center due to an area blackout. Some libraries may have back up too.
I have an EV and note for future reference that if you sit in a parked EV in utility mode, you can run AC and other functions etc for days. Not sure about every make and model.
In Maplewood, the libraries are designated as cooling centers during hours when they are open. When the library is closed, those in need of a cooling center are instructed to call the non-emergency number for the police department.
Just after I did a deep dive into my pantry and tossed out stuff, I read this!
California Bans ‘Sell By’ Labels, Hoping to Cut Food Waste
The law standardizes language around expiration dates, aiming to minimize confusion about when food is safe to eat. More than one-third of food sold nationwide is wasted, the U.S.D.A. says.
By Yan Zhuang
July 2, 2026“Sell by” labels on perishable products are now banned in California, having reached their expiration date under a new food labeling law that came into effect Wednesday.
The bill, which passed in 2024, standardizes such labels in a bid to reduce consumer confusion and cut food waste in the state.
It limits manufacturers to a few terms: “best if used by” or “best if frozen by” to indicate when a food item is at its peak quality, and “use by” or “freeze by” to indicate when a food item is no longer safe to eat. The law applies to all products except for eggs and infant formula, according to California’s Department of Food and Agriculture.
The bill addressed what federal and state officials have long said can be a source of confusion for consumers: when to toss out aging food products. In the United States, there are roughly 50 variationsof date labels.
The wording of these labels is usually shaped by the policies of individual states, each with their own requirements that vary across food products. Infant formula is the only product with standardized, federally regulated date labels in the United States.
More than one-third of food sold nationwide ends up going to waste, in part because consumers throw away food they think has gone bad when it hasn’t, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. For the most part, “dates are not an indicator of the product’s safety,” the department says.
Experts say the term “sell by” is generally for retailers to know when to rotate inventory, compared with labels like “best if used by” and “use by,” which indicate quality.
Clarifying food date labels can “greatly aid in curbing food waste that often is discarded prematurely,” California’s Department of Food and Agriculture says.
Under the state’s bill, “sell by” dates can still be included on products as long as they are “coded” — information that is aimed at retailers rather than consumers.
There will be a grace period for manufacturers and retailers to finish selling products made before July 1, according to Californians Against Waste, an advocacy group that cosponsored the bill.
The organization said on its website that it hoped the bill would catalyze similar legislation in other states. New York state lawmakers recently approved a similar law, and legislation addressing food labeling has been proposed in several other states.
Opponents of the bill, including agriculture industry groups, had argued that the legislation would make it difficult for companies to do business across state lines.
Food Waste
California Bill Aims to Reduce Waste by Reining In ‘Sell By’ DatesJuly 11, 2023Yan Zhuang is a Times reporter in Seoul who covers breaking news.
I heard an interesting point on the radio yesterday about lowering demand on the grid. The end of the working day is often peak demand because people come home from work, crank the AC and use other appliances. Along with using a timer to do things like start your dishwasher in the wee hours, they were also suggesting if you have an EV to hold off on recharging til later in the evening.
I don’t know if the residential EV chargers have a timer function built in, or if it’s in the car software. It would make a lot of sense because wattage gets cheaper in the middle of the night.
Just received imminent threat alert on my phone. Severe thunderstorm warning until 8:15 pm. Destructive 80 mph winds. Take shelter in sturdy building away from windows.
We’ve lost power in South Orange. The outages seem to be scattered here and there.
bub said:
I read on Wirecutter that it's more efficient to keep your AC running steadily than to keep turning it on and off and forcing it to cool off the space repeatedly.
This is absolutely true for central AC systems! We never had it until a few years ago and I never paid attention when I was growing up in Texas, where we never turned it off all summer anyway. It's been interesting learning the best strategies for managing our thermostats in a 115 year-old home during the vagaries of our summer weather here.
Yes, as I recall the article, it can be more efficient, but it doesn't recommend that you run your AC at full blast all the time. I seem to remember it recommending that rather than turning it off at night, e.g., you swith it to a 78 degree setting, rather than the AC having to start from a much higher temperature the next day.
bub said:
I read on Wirecutter that it's more efficient to keep your AC running steadily than to keep turning it on and off and forcing it to cool off the space repeatedly.
Just checked the utility power outage maps and nothing bad so far.
should we be able to get the fireworks in? Chance of rain keeps going up. Lots of stuff north of us on the radar - but looks to be tracking East.
https://www.accuweather.com/en/us/maplewood-township/07040/weather-radar/339500
ok, got a notification that they're trying to launch them a little earlier - at 9pm.
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Maybe all this rain will help improve our drought status.