NBC6’s Adam Berg has your forecast for today, July 8, 2024.
South Florida was once again under a heat advisory as high temperatures push into low-mid-90s with feels-like numbers in the 105–110-degree range Monday afternoon.
What makes this pattern even more uncomfortable is the warmth already giving us a stranglehold early in the day.
We haven’t seen any pre-sunrise temperatures below 80 degrees across the region.
Don’t expect much in the way rain relief as most of the action will be west and north of us.
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Tuesday looks very similar, but Wednesday may finally offer some rain relief.
Expect daily storms and temperatures a couple of degrees cooler. It’s not much but we will take it.
Tips for dealing with the heat
The Red Cross and the National Weather Service (NWS) have a series of recommendations for facing days with high temperatures and avoiding health problems.
- The general basic recommendation is to stay hydrated, wear light clothing, and protect yourself from the sun if you're going to be engaging in outdoor activities.
- One of the first warnings is related to vehicles, as the heat inside a car can be deadly. "Never leave children or pets in your vehicle. The interior temperature of the vehicle can quickly reach 120 degrees," says the Red Cross.
- It is also recommended to avoid excessive consumption of caffeinated or alcoholic beverages.
- If you don't have air conditioning, seek relief from the heat during the hottest hours of the day in places like libraries, theaters, and shopping malls.
- It is also advisable to avoid extreme temperature changes. Avoid exercising outdoors during the hottest hours of the day.
- Take frequent breaks if you work outdoors and check frequently to ensure that pets are not suffering from the heat. Make sure they have plenty of fresh water and shade.
