New heat wave hits the Carolinas

GREENSBORO, NC — Summer has already been hot, but the heat is just beginning. Our WFMY News 2 weather team is predicting a new heat wave on the horizon, starting next week, that could push temperatures to the same or higher levels as they have already reached this summer. Be warned that Monday and Tuesday will be dangerously hot days in our area.

This weekend and into early next week it will be dry. A high pressure system is building up, causing temperatures to rise a little bit each day. At the weekend, maximum temperatures will be between 35 and 35 degrees. From early next week, the heat will get worse.

Our forecast predicts highs of 35 to 38 degrees Celsius across the Piedmont on Monday and Tuesday. When you factor in the humidity, it will feel more like 40 degrees on both days.

The heat will not let up after that. It will remain very hot on Wednesday before the chance of rain increases towards the end of the week and the weekend – which we desperately need.

You may have noticed our new Weather Impact brand, designed to draw your attention to the weather that really matters to you every day. In this case, we’re highlighting the heat threat on days that will be worse than normal in our area.

Monday and Tuesday are WFMY News 2 weather alert days, meaning you should take steps to protect yourself from the harsh conditions.

If so, you know what to do. When it’s that hot outside, limit your outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

This summer has been hot so far. We’ve already had 16 days with 32 degrees and there will be more.

This summer is our eighth warmest on record and our warmest since 2018.