Record Heat This Weekend, Storms Arrive Sunday: CT Weather

CONNECTICUT — A Hazardous Weather Outlook and an Excessive Heat Warning have been issued for today as dangerous heat is expected as it could feel as hot as 110 degrees while outdoors. Thunderstorms are possible Sunday, which will help break this excessive heat wave and cooler weather is expected on Monday though more thunderstorms are also possible then too.

Wednesday through next Friday look brilliant with sunshine and temps in the mid 80s, which is much more comfortable than what we'll deal with this weekend.

For the present time, an Excessive Heat Warning is now in effect until 8 p.m. Sunday for Southern Connecticut. The heat index will be up to around 110 degrees while the air temperature will be in the mid 90s.

For Northern Connecticut, the heat index will be up to 109 degrees and the air temperature will be in the upper 90s.

" TIMING...Dangerous heat and humidity through the weekend. The worst of the heat will be from late in the morning through the mid evening hours on both days," the National Weather Service says.

"Extreme heat can cause illness and death among at-risk population who cannot stay cool. The excessive heat may quickly cause heat stress or heat stroke," the weather service adds.

Gov. Ned Lamont is advising Connecticut residents, particularly those who are most vulnerable, to take precautions ahead of the extreme temperatures that are forecast to impact the state lasting through the weekend.

Those who are looking for a place to get out of the heat can locate their nearest cooling center by calling 2-1-1.

“This will be the first period of extreme heat we’re experiencing so far this summer, and I want to remind everyone – particularly those in the most vulnerable communities – that cooling centers are available and can be located by calling 2-1-1,” Lamont said. “Everyone should take the necessary precautions as the heat rises over the next several days. A few steps can greatly reduce heat-related issues, especially for the elderly, the very young, and people with respiratory ailments who are more susceptible to the effects of high temperatures.”

Although anyone can suffer from heat-related illness, some people are at greater risk than others:

• Infants and young children are sensitive to the effects of high temperatures and rely on others to regulate their environments and provide adequate liquids.
• People 65 years of age or older may not compensate for heat stress efficiently and are less likely to sense and respond to change in temperature.
• People who are overweight may be prone to heat sickness because of their tendency to retain more body heat.
• People who overexert during work or exercise may become dehydrated and susceptible to heat sickness.
• People who are physically ill, especially those with heart disease or high blood pressure, or who take certain medications, such as for depression, insomnia, or poor circulation, may be affected by extreme heat.

Some prevention tips to stay safe in extreme heat include:

Stay Cool: Keep your body temperature cool to avoid heat-related illness

• Stay in air-conditioned buildings as much as possible. If you must be outdoors, try to limit your outdoor activity to the morning and evening. Try to rest often in shady areas so that your body has a chance to cool off.
• Find an air-conditioned shelter. (Call 2-1-1 for a list of cooling centers). Do not rely on a fan as your primary cooling device.
• Avoid direct sunlight.
• Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing.
• Take cool showers or baths.
• Check on those most at-risk several times a day.
• Pets that cannot be brought indoors should be provided ready access to water and shade to keep them cool.

Stay Hydrated: Because your body loses fluids through sweat, you can become dehydrated during times of extreme heat

• Drink more water than usual.
• Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink more fluids.
• Drink from two to four cups of water every hour while working or exercising outside.
• Avoid alcohol or liquids containing high amounts of sugar.
• Remind others to drink enough water.

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Updated weather forecast for Southern CT:

Today
A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 95. Heat index values as high as 109. Southwest wind 5 to 9 mph.

Tonight
A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 79. West wind 5 to 8 mph.

Sunday
A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 3pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 95. Heat index values as high as 106. West wind 6 to 9 mph.

Sunday Night
A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 75. West wind 5 to 7 mph becoming calm after midnight.

Monday
Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 9am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 84. Calm wind becoming east around 6 mph in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Monday Night
Showers and thunderstorms likely. Cloudy, with a low around 70. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Tuesday
A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 80.

Tuesday Night
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66.

Wednesday
Mostly sunny, with a high near 82.

Wednesday Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 67.

Thursday
Mostly sunny, with a high near 84.

Thursday Night
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69.

Friday
Mostly sunny, with a high near 85.

Updated weather forecast for Northern CT:

Today
Mostly sunny and hot, with a high near 98. Heat index values as high as 107. Calm wind becoming west 5 to 7 mph in the morning.

Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 81. Southwest wind 3 to 5 mph.

Sunday
Scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2pm. Mostly sunny and hot, with a high near 98. Heat index values as high as 109. West wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Sunday Night
Scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. Northwest wind 3 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Monday
A chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 86. Light and variable wind. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

Monday Night
Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 3am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 3am. Patchy fog before 4am, then patchy fog after 5am. Otherwise, cloudy, with a low around 69. Light east wind. Chance of precipitation is 70%.

Tuesday
A chance of showers before 2pm. Patchy fog before 7am. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a high near 79. Northwest wind 3 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

Tuesday Night
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. Light northwest wind.

Wednesday
Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. Light west wind.

Wednesday Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 63. Light northwest wind.

Thursday
Sunny, with a high near 85. Light and variable wind.

Thursday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 64. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.

Friday
Sunny, with a high near 87. Calm wind.