Boston, MA – A prolonged stretch of summer heat is gripping New England, with highs reaching into the upper 80s and low 90s across Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island through Thursday, including 90°F expected in Boston and Lowell by Tuesday afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Boston, temperatures will stay well above average across the region through July 3, with the most oppressive humidity arriving Tuesday. Heat indices could push past 95°F in inland areas like Springfield, Worcester, and Hartford, where highs will climb near 90°F for multiple days.
Cities such as Providence, New Haven, and New Bedford will see little relief until the end of the week. Overnight lows will also remain muggy, hovering in the upper 60s to low 70s—potentially dangerous for those without air conditioning. Officials urge residents to limit strenuous activity during peak heat hours and stay hydrated. Cooling centers are expected to open in several cities if conditions worsen.
Relief arrives Friday, with highs dropping into the low 80s and humidity easing just in time for Independence Day events across Cape Cod and the South Coast.
More updates and potential advisories could follow as humidity levels spike Tuesday.
