1st Heatwave Of 2025 Sweeping Across New York State

The first full week of summer in New York State will surely feel like it, as a heat dome has set up over parts of the state.

This massive heat dome is bringing some very HOT temperatures and heat indexes to New York State.

Heatwave Across New York State

Sunday was the start of some VERY hot weather across New York State, with much of the state under a heat advisory over the next couple of days.

What Is A Heatwave?

A heatwave is defined by the National Weather Service as a prolonged timeframe of warm weather that is above the historical average temperature for that time of year.

A heat wave is a period of unusually hot weather that typically lasts two or more days. To be considered a heat wave, the temperatures have to be outside the historical averages for a given area

Ways To Stay Cool During A Heatwave

There are several things you can do to stay cool when temperatures get this warm.

1 - Find Shade or Air Conditioning. If you have to be outside, make sure you take breaks and find shade or head inside for air conditioning.

2 - Wear lightweight, light colored clothing. These lighter colors will help reflect the sun's rays, and lightweight clothing will keep you more comfortable.

3 - Avoid eating meat or high-protein foods as they increase your body's heat when the body goes to break down the food.

Check out the hottest days ever recorded in New York State history.