CT Weather: Temps Near 100 Degrees Sunday, Heat Advisory Issued

CONNECTICUT — The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook and a heat advisory for the state of Connecticut Sunday and Monday.

Temps could approach 100 degrees and the heat index will make it feel even hotter. No relief is expected until Wednesday when storms may break up the excessive heat and humidity.

For southern Connecticut, the weather service said, the heat advisory remains in effect from noon until 8 p.m. Monday.

"Heat index values around 100...From noon today to 8 PM EDT Monday... IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur."

For northern Connecticut, the weather service said, a heat advisory is in effect from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. Monday. "Heat index values up to 101 expected....WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT Monday....IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur."

Here are some safety tips via the weather service:

"Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.

"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 lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. 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! Call 9 1 1."

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Here are the forecast details for southern Connecticut:

Today
Sunny, with a high near 96. Heat index values as high as 99. Calm wind becoming southwest 5 to 9 mph in the morning.

Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 74. South wind 5 to 7 mph.

Monday
A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 94. Heat index values as high as 99. West wind 5 to 8 mph.

Monday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 68. Northwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.

Tuesday
Sunny, with a high near 89. Northwest wind 3 to 5 mph.

Tuesday Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 68.

Wednesday
A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 84.

Wednesday Night
Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly before midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Here are the forecast details for northern Connecticut:

Today
Sunny and hot, with a high near 99. Heat index values as high as 102. Light south wind becoming southwest 6 to 11 mph in the morning.

Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 75. South wind 6 to 11 mph.

Monday
A chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 10am. Partly sunny and hot, with a high near 97. Heat index values as high as 104. West wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Monday Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 70. Northwest wind around 6 mph.

Tuesday
Sunny, with a high near 89. Northwest wind 3 to 6 mph.

Tuesday Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 70. West wind around 6 mph becoming calm in the evening.

Wednesday
A chance of showers after 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 89. Calm wind becoming south around 6 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Wednesday Night
A chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 11pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.