When was the last heat wave in NYC?
NEW YORK (PIX11) – Hot and humid air is blanketing the New York City area this week, with temperatures expected to reach over 90 degrees.
A heat wave is defined as a period of unusually hot weather that lasts more than two days, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The sweltering heat this week has yet to be defined as a heat wave, but you should still take precautions like staying hydrated, staying in a cool place, and reducing outdoor activity.
The upcoming hot weather begs the question – when was the last time the Big Apple experienced a heat wave?
The last time New York City experienced a heat wave was Sept. 5-8, 2023, according to PIX11 meteorologists. That was the only heat wave the city experienced in 2023, while 2022 had three heat waves that happened between July and August.
The heat index will sway between 95 and 103 degrees this week, PIX11 meteorologists said.
Erin Pflaumer is a digital content producer from Long Island who has covered both local and national news since 2018. She joined PIX11 in 2023. See more of her work here.