The city’s first major heat wave of the year is here—and it’s brutal.
With real-feel temperatures topping 100°F in every borough, New Yorkers are enduring a sweltering stretch of weather that’s turning the concrete jungle into a pressure cooker.
And with no relief expected until Tuesday night, the summer scorch is just getting started. Here’s what we know so far about NYC’s first heat wave of the year.
It’s Not Just Hot—It’s Record-Breaking
On Monday, Central Park is set to hit a whopping 96°F, but with stifling humidity, it will feel more like 105°F.
And that’s how it is across the entire city, from the Bronx to Brooklyn, the temperatures will continue to be so severe that The National Weather Service’s Heat Advisory remains in place through 8 pm Tuesday.
This is set to be the hottest June NYC has seen in over a decade, with temps nearing all-time records for the month, according to the New York Post.
City officials say demand for electricity—driven by widespread air conditioner use—has already hit summer highs, sparking calls for energy conservation during peak hours.
Con Edison is on standby for potential outages, urging New Yorkers to be smart about A/C usage and staying cool.
Gov. Hochul declared a State of Emergency yesterday
As the heat turns dangerous, Governor Kathy Hochul even declared a state of emergency across parts of New York on Sunday, activating additional emergency resources to help residents cope.
“I urge all New Yorkers to stay weather aware and take precautions to stay vigilant and safe as extreme heat and severe weather are expected to continue impacting the State over the next couple of days,” Hochul said in a statement.
“This is a serious weather emergency that can turn deadly quickly,” she warned.
What New Yorkers at the most risk
The elderly, kids, and people with health conditions are especially vulnerable in this weather.
City health officials urge New Yorkers to check in on neighbors, stay indoors if possible, and hydrate like it’s your job. Cooling centers are open citywide if you need to step foot outside—and there’s even an interactive map to find one near you.
When will the heat wave finally end?
The heat dome punishing the Northeast is expected to shift late Tuesday, with a cool front swooping in by early Wednesday.
Temperatures should finally dip into the low 80s by Wednesday—just in time to give us all a breather.
How the city is responding
Mayor Eric Adams is on high alert, rolling out extra cooling stations, extending pool hours, and boosting MTA support to keep the city moving.
First responders have already seen a spike in heat-related emergencies, so the message is clear: take this seriously.
NYC’s outdoor public pools are also set to open soon—which will help for the rest of the summer too.
Heat Survival 101: How to beat this week’s temperatures
- Stay hydrated (seriously—don’t wait until you’re thirsty)
- Skip outdoor workouts between 12–6 p.m.
- Dress light and loose
- Use AC or fans whenever possible
- Hit up a cooling center if you need a break