The Washington, DC area is under a heat advisory from noon to 8 p.m., with temperatures expected to soar into the mid- to upper 90s and feel like 100 to 105 due to high humidity. This punishing combination of heat and humidity has been ongoing, making it uncomfortable for residents as the relentless heat continues. The heat index, accounting for both temperature and humidity, is forecasted to exceed 100 each day through Wednesday, creating challenging conditions for those outside.
Despite the hot and humid weather, relief may come in the form of some downpours on Thursday and Friday as the forecast shows a chance of showers and storms. Although temperatures will remain high, with highs in the mid- to upper 90s through Wednesday, the possibility of rainfall is a welcomed change for many. The heat is expected to ease slightly towards the weekend, with the potential for temperatures to reach close to 90 on Saturday and rise to the low to mid-90s by Sunday. Nighttime lows are forecasted to be mostly in the 70s, providing some respite from the intense heat during the day.
