"Sweltering Summer Heat: NYC Breaks Drought-Ending Record as Temperatures Soar. A scorching heatwave has brought the Big Apple to a boiling point, with Central Park recording a blistering 100 degrees for the first time in over a decade. The milestone, reached this afternoon, marks a significant break in a long-standing record that stood since July 18, 2012. As the mercury continues to rise, residents and visitors alike are bracing for a potentially prolonged stretch of sweltering temperatures, raising concerns about heat-related health issues and the impact on daily life."
According to the National Weather Service, Central Park hit 100 degrees this afternoon for the first time since July 18th, 2012.
