The cool start we had across much of New York to start the week will soon be over, and it will be back to sweltering heat as we wrap up the week.

We are getting closer to the "Dog Days" of summer, and while it was nice to get a break from the heat, that break will soon be over as temperatures are about to soar across New York State.

Weather Forecast In Western New York

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Weather Forecast For Central New York

The heat will hit the area on Thursday and stay through the weekend. You can expect hot, humid, and rainy conditions across most of the region.

Weather Forecast Eastern New York


If you are going to be outdoors this week, make sure to have a plan to stay cool as the temperatures and heat indexes rise.

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Check out the hottest temperatures ever recorded in New York State.

New York State's Top 5 Hottest Days

Here is a look at the Top 5 Hottest temperatures recorded in New York State.

Gallery Credit: Dave Fields

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