Good morning, Delmarva! We are heading into a dangerously hot day across the peninsula, so please take this seriously. Expect wall-to-wall sunshine today with a high near 101°F — but here’s the kicker: heat index values could soar as high as 110°F this afternoon. That means it will feel like 110 degrees outside. A light west wind around 5 mph will offer little relief. Please stay hydrated, limit outdoor activity during peak afternoon hours, and check on elderly neighbors and pets.
Tonight brings clear skies with a low of 79°F — still quite warm heading into your holiday weekend.
Looking ahead to Friday, Independence Day eve, highs again reach around 102°F before isolated showers and thunderstorms develop later in the day and into Friday night. Those storms could offer some brief relief from the heat, but also bring lightning and gusty winds.
Stay cool out there, Delmarva — this is not a heat wave to take lightly. I’ll have updates throughout the day. Stay safe! 🌡️
