NEW YORK (1010 WINS) – New York City may be heading into its first heat wave of the year this weekend.
The city would have to see three days or more of temperatures over 90 degrees to reach a heat wave.
The highs on Saturday and Sunday are set to hit 90 degrees amid mostly sunny skies, according to AccuWeather.
Inland suburbs could see temperatures in the mid-90s, while it should stay in the low-to-mid 80s at the beaches.
Monday is partly cloudy but still hot and noticeably more humid. The high is currently forecast to be 89, just under the 90-degree benchmark for a heat wave.
While the five boroughs may not see a heatwave, some area of the Tri-State are expected to.
It stays hot and humid on Tuesday, when the high will be 88. There will be a thunderstorm in spots in the afternoon.
The heat and humidity sticks around Wednesday before it turns colder and less humid later in the week.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo urged New Yorkers to prepare for the extreme heat, warning it poses a danger to at-risk populations.
“The first heat wave of 2021 is about to blanket the state with sweltering temperatures and thick humidity for several days beginning Sunday, and I urge all New Yorkers to take action to prevent heat-related illnesses or injury,” the governor said in a statement. “Young children, seniors and those with respiratory conditions are particularly vulnerable to this type of weather. Check on neighbors and limit outdoor activity to ensure you and your loved ones remain safe and healthy through these extreme temperatures.”