Wednesday Weather Blog
A few showers Wednesday night along with muggy conditions are expected across Connecticut. By Thursday, the forecast becomes much more interesting.
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WATCH HEREA heat advisory has been issued for parts of inland Connecticut due to the combination of heat and humidity.
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SIGN UP Stay cool by trying to stay shaded and hydrated Thursday afternoon. Wear light-colored and loose-fitting clothing and avoid strenuous activity during the hottest part of the day, usually during midday and afternoon. The beaches will feel much more tolerable, when it comes to the heat.
The heat and humidity will also result in quite a bit of instability in the atmosphere which will promote the development of scattered strong to severe thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening.
A level 2 out of 5 risk for severe weather is forecast across parts of central and western Connecticut. The main threats from any thunderstorm include lightning, heavy rain, strong wind and large hail.
Friday and Saturday look relatively pleasant with sunshine and temperatures in the 80s. By early next week, however, a major heat wave is expected to develop with temperatures approaching 100 degrees and the heat index approaching 105!
The worst of the heat is expected to reach Connecticut on Tuesday.
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Stay cool over the coming days!
