Albany, New York – Sweltering heat will grip eastern New York and northwest Connecticut Thursday, with heat index values soaring to 100°F in cities like Albany, Saratoga Springs, and Poughkeepsie. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory from noon until 7 p.m., warning of dangerous conditions along the Hudson River Valley, the southern Taconics, and Litchfield County.
According to the National Weather Service in Albany, the combination of high temperatures and oppressive humidity will make it feel close to triple digits for much of the region. Key areas under the advisory include Schenectady, Troy, Kingston, Beacon, Glens Falls, and the entire Capital District. The heat will be especially intense along major corridors like I-87, I-90, and US Route 9.
Residents are urged to drink extra fluids, stay in air-conditioned buildings if possible, and avoid strenuous outdoor activities during peak afternoon hours. Check on vulnerable neighbors and relatives, especially the elderly and those without adequate cooling. Local cooling centers may open as conditions worsen, and schools or outdoor summer programs could adjust schedules.
Thursday’s advisory marks one of the hottest stretches of the summer for upstate New York, with heat-related illnesses a serious risk for anyone exposed for extended periods. Similar heat events in the region have led to increased emergency calls and utility strain.
The Heat Advisory remains in effect until 7 p.m. Thursday. Additional advisories may be issued if dangerous heat lingers or expands to new areas.
