HEAT WAVE -- updated July 8th
June 17th, 2024
Heat Wave
The NWS has issued a Heat Advisory starting Tuesday for our area. Excessive heat should continue through at least Friday.
Today, warm, clear, and dry with a high in the upper 80s.
Tuesday through Friday, a building upper ridge will drive daytime temperatures into the low to mid 90⁰s each day. A southern wind will bring some humidity, and take the heat index ("feels like temperature") to the mid to upper 90⁰s. The same southern breeze will keep the nighttime lows in the upper 60⁰s or 70⁰s here in MAPSO.
Warm weather could continue through the weekend and into next week, although a cold front might bring some relief over the weekend (along with showers).
A heat wave is defined as heat index temperatures over 95⁰ for three or more days (this definition is location specific a heat wave in Texas is hotter than one in Maine. The use of the heat index takes humidity into account).
I expect that, in New Jersey, will will come close or break some June heat records this week. Please be mindful of the heat. Stay cool. Stay in the shade, and indoors during the midday heat. Check on the elderly and disabled, check on your neighbors. Drink plenty of fluids.
Because of the sea breeze, temperatures will be hotter in MAPSO than in the city, and likely hotter here than at the airport. Most apps report the airport temperature, so if your local thermometer says 97⁰ and the app says 92⁰, believe your thermometer not the app.
Tues June 18
Heat Wave, Day One
Heat Advisory, Air Quality Alert ⚠️
Today will be the first day of a heat wave likely extending through Friday, with daily temperatures in the upper 90⁰s
The NWS has issued a Heat Advisory (text below) for today through Thursday which may be extended into Friday
There is also an Air Quality Alert (text below) for Ozone today, a pollutant caused in this case by the effect of sunlight on other pollutants, such a automobile exhaust. Sensitive people should take precautions
From the National Weather Service:
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service New York NY
312 AM EDT Tue Jun 18 2024
NJZ002-004-006-103>108-182030-
/O.EXT.KOKX.HT.Y.0001.240618T1600Z-240621T0000Z/
Western Passaic-Eastern Passaic-Hudson-Western Bergen-Eastern
Bergen-Western Essex-Eastern Essex-Western Union-Eastern Union-
312 AM EDT Tue Jun 18 2024
...HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM EDT
THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Heat index values of 95-100 expected during the afternoon
and early evening each day.
* WHERE...Eastern Bergen, Eastern Essex, Eastern Passaic, Eastern
Union, Hudson, Western Bergen, Western Essex, Western Passaic, and
Western Union Counties.
* WHEN...From noon today to 8 PM EDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Heat Advisory is issued when the combination of heat and humidity
is expected to make it feel like it is 95 to 99 degrees for two or
more consecutive days, or 100 to 104 degrees for any length of time.
Seniors and those with chronic health problems or mental health
conditions are at an increased risk. Homes without air conditioning
can be much hotter than outdoor temperatures.
Use air conditioning to stay cool at home or go to a place that has
air conditioning. If you don`t have home air conditioning, continue
to seek out cool spaces each day as long as it remains hot, and for
a few days after if your home is still hot. Check on vulnerable
friends, family members and neighbors.
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! In cases of heat stroke call 9 1 1.
&&
$$
...HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM EDT
THURSDAY...
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for southern Connecticut,
northeast New Jersey and southeast New York.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.
Heat Advisory.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday.
Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.
Heat Advisory.
The peak of the heat wave is expected Thursday and Friday with heat
indices reaching 95 to around 103 during the afternoon hours. Heat
indices will be more marginal for Saturday, and peak around or just
over 95.
&&
$$
...AIR QUALITY ALERT IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 11 PM EDT TUESDAY...
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued an
Air Quality Action Day for the following counties:
Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Essex, and Union
from 11 AM to 11 PM EDT Tuesday.
An Air Quality Action Day means that Ground Level Ozone within the
region may approach or exceed unhealthy standards.
For additional information, please visit the New Jersey Department
of Environmental Protection Web site at http://www.njaqinow.net
max_weisenfeld said:
June 17th, 2024
Heat Wave
The NWS has issued a Heat Advisory starting Tuesday for our area. Excessive heat should continue through at least Friday.
Today, warm, clear, and dry with a high in the upper 80s.
Tuesday through Friday, a building upper ridge will drive daytime temperatures into the low to mid 90⁰s each day. A southern wind will bring some humidity, and take the heat index ("feels like temperature") to the mid to upper 90⁰s. The same southern breeze will keep the nighttime lows in the upper 60⁰s or 70⁰s here in MAPSO.
Warm weather could continue through the weekend and into next week, although a cold front might bring some relief over the weekend (along with showers).
A heat wave is defined as heat index temperatures over 95⁰ for three or more days (this definition is location specific a heat wave in Texas is hotter than one in Maine. The use of the heat index takes humidity into account).
I expect that, in New Jersey, will will come close or break some June heat records this week. Please be mindful of the heat. Stay cool. Stay in the shade, and indoors during the midday heat. Check on the elderly and disabled, check on your neighbors. Drink plenty of fluids.
Because of the sea breeze, temperatures will be hotter in MAPSO than in the city, and likely hotter here than at the airport. Most apps report the airport temperature, so if your local thermometer says 97⁰ and the app says 92⁰, believe your thermometer not the app.
The heat wave began yesterday in Maplewood:
The weather station in Memorial Park registered 92, the Prospect Street station on the east side of the street just south of Parker registered 90.
Heat Advisory UPDATE - Pool / General Info / Cooling Centers / Resources
Post Date: 06/18/2024 3:50 PM
UPDATE: Pool Opening
Due to extreme heat forecast for an extended period, the Maplewood Community Pool will be open to all Maplewood residents, regardless of membership, from Tuesday, June 18 through Friday, June 21. Hours of operation are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 4:00pm to 8:00pm, and Friday, 2:00pm to 8:00pm. Residents must bring a photo ID or proof of residency, and should bring a chair. Non-resident guests are only permitted when accompanied by pool members, and must purchase guests passes.
UPDATE: Heat Advisory
The National Weather Service has extended the Heat Advisory for our area until 8:00 pm on Thursday, June 20th. A Heat Advisory is issued when the combination of heat and humidity is expected to make it feel like it is 95 to 99 degrees for two or more consecutive days, or 100 to 104 degrees for any length of time. High temperatures are expected to last through the end of the week and possibly into the weekend.
Seniors and those with chronic health problems or mental health conditions are at an increased risk. Homes without air conditioning can be much hotter than outdoor temperatures.
Use air conditioning to stay cool at home or go to a place that has air conditioning. If you don`t have home air conditioning, continue to seek out cool spaces each day as long as it remains hot, and for a few days after if your home is still hot. Check on vulnerable friends, family members and neighbors.
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! In cases of heat stroke call 9-1-1.
Cooling Center
Any resident experiencing a heat emergency should call the Police Department at 9-1-1, (973) 762-1234, or visit 1618 Springfield Avenue. When necessary, the Police Department can open a cooling center for residents.
Additional Resources
Below are informational resources from the New Jersey Department of Health regarding heat related illnesses.
June 19th
The NWS Heat Advisory continues today with temperatures into the low 90⁰s and heat index forecast to reach 95⁰
There is also another Air Quality Alert today for Ozone from 11am until 11pm
Thurs June 20th
Heat Advisory continues; extended through Friday
Air Quality Alert today for Ozone
Continued warm tomorrow with a slight chance of thunderstorms
Friday June 21st
Heat Advisory now extended through the weekend
Air Quality Alert continues today
A few clouds today will not do much to take the edge off as temps likely climb into the low 90⁰s with heat indexes in the upper 90⁰s again. Chance of showers and perhaps a rumble of thunder this afternoon.
Weekend weather will be more of the same with daytime highs in the low 90⁰s, Heat indexes in the upper 90⁰s, and a chance of afternoon showers.
max_weisenfeld said:
Friday June 21st
Heat Advisory now extended through the weekend
Air Quality Alert continues today
A few clouds today will not do much to take the edge off as temps likely climb into the low 90⁰s with heat indexes in the upper 90⁰s again. Chance of showers and perhaps a rumble of thunder this afternoon.
Weekend weather will be more of the same with daytime highs in the low 90⁰s, Heat indexes in the upper 90⁰s, and a chance of afternoon showers.
Saturday June 22
Heat Advisory continues today and tomorrow
Air Quality Alert (Ozone) also continues today and tomorrow
Daytime highs will continue in the mid to upper 90⁰s, and could approach 100⁰
Scattered thunderstorms in the afternoons and evenings could bring gusty winds and brief periods of heavy rain
Weather should moderate to some extent starting Monday, with highs in the 80⁰s most days next week
Sunday June 23
Heat Advisory continues one more day
Expect an Air Quality Alert by midday as the sun creates Ozone and levels rise again
Highs today in the mid 90⁰s with heat index near 100⁰ unless we get rain. Thunderstorms likely this afternoon and evening, with possibly two lines of storms moving through from the west. Slight chance storms could be severe, with main concern being high gusts.
Breezy this afternoon, with a warm southwesterly flow.
Heat abates a bit in the week to come, with highs in the mid 80⁰s most days. Could be hotter with thunderstorms Wednesday as another front moves through.
Thank, Max! Did we get rain last night? I’m in central Jersey coming back today and to know how much extra watering our tomatoes are gonna need.
ridski said:
Thank, Max! Did we get rain last night? I’m in central Jersey coming back today and to know how much extra watering our tomatoes are gonna need.
We didn’t have not enough for your tomatoes. I have been watering mine morning and evening all week. It’s been too hot. It feels like Florida.
Not sure what the index says but my lawn is saying there’s a bit of a drought. It could use some rain.
ridski said:
Thank, Max! Did we get rain last night? I’m in central Jersey coming back today and to know how much extra watering our tomatoes are gonna need.
We got some but not that much.
the_18th_letter said:
Not sure what the index says but my lawn is saying there’s a bit of a drought. It could use some rain.
Not quite but worth watching
Monday July 8th
Heat Advisory Continues
Today and tomorrow, highs in the 90⁰s with heat index at or near 100⁰. Slight chance of an afternoon shower today and tomorrow.
Wednesday, continued hot and humid, with a growing chance of showers and a thunderstorm in the afternoon.
The effects of the remnants of Beryl are expected Thursday, mostly in the afternoon and evening, with the possibility of showers and thunderstorms. The bulk of this activity is expected to be north and west of our area but we'll keep an eye on it. Do not anticipate severe weather here from this system at this time but some storms may bring brief downpours.
Likely Air Quality Alert for Ozone again this afternoon.
Thanks Max and keep us in the loop with your Maplewoodstock Weekend forecast. 
max_weisenfeld said:
the_18th_letter said:
Not sure what the index says but my lawn is saying there’s a bit of a drought. It could use some rain.
Not quite but worth watching
The first part of the year was so rainy, it will take some effort to reach a full-blown drought.
yahooyahoo said:
The first part of the year was so rainy, it will take some effort to reach a full-blown drought.
I respectfully disagee
Looks like most of the state is under unusually dry to moderate drought conditions. My color vision is impaired so forgive my difficulty seeing the gradations of color.
My grass turning brown is my indicator of dry conditions as it’s not possible for my lawn to receive less water than nature provides. It’s hard explaining to dead and dying blades of grass that everything is normal and fine 
Annual rainfall is still ahead of averages. But it only takes a hot dry month to make everything dry out and effectively be in drought conditions. The rainfall earlier this year just means that water restrictions won't be needed as soon as might otherwise be the case.
max_weisenfeld said:
yahooyahoo said:
The first part of the year was so rainy, it will take some effort to reach a full-blown drought.
I respectfully disagee
I'm not saying it's not going to happen. I'm just saying we would be a lot worse off right now if it hadn't rained so much earlier in 2024.
Even after the brutal heat over the past couple of weeks, one third of the state is still in the "normal" range.
yahooyahoo said:
I'm not saying it's not going to happen. I'm just saying we would be a lot worse off right now if it hadn't rained so much earlier in 2024.
Even after the brutal heat over the past couple of weeks, one third of the state is still in the "normal" range.
That third of the state call Taylor Ham “Pork Roll” and root for the Phillies. “Normal?” I think not.
mrincredible said:
That third of the state call Taylor Ham “Pork Roll” and root for the Phillies. “Normal?” I think not.
Taylor Ham and Pork Roll are two similar but different products. Different spicing in each. Both are wonderful when fried just before the point of burnt to a crisp. T.H. is my favorite of the two.
And if ya want something different, go to the Amish Market in Flemington and ask for Ham Loaf. Fry that sucker up...... You're welcome.
Tuesday July 9th
Heat Advisory continues today and has been extended through Wednesday.
Air quality is Moderate this morning, and may approach Alert levels this afternoon for Ozone.
There is a slight chance of a shower this afternoon and again tomorrow.
Although the main track of the remnants of Beryl will be well west and then north of the MAPSO area, they will likely contribute to a general instability Thursday into Friday. Likely showers during this period could develop into thunderstorms, with gusty winds and localized downpours. Brief periods of heavy rain may result, but flooding is not expected beyond the usual field and street ponding. Timing at this point is Thursday afternoon through Friday evening.
We'll start looking at the weather for the weekend and for Maplewoodstock tomorrow.
Is there any likelihood of pollution from Canadian forest fire smoke repeating the 2023 orange air show in New Jersey this summer?
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