A Sizzling Summer Heatwave Hits the Big Apple: NYC Braces for Scorching Temperatures. A prolonged heatwave is expected to grip New York City, with forecasters predicting a prolonged stretch of sweltering temperatures and potentially record-breaking heat. Residents and visitors alike can expect to feel the heat, with highs soaring into the mid-90s and humidity making the air feel even more oppressive. As the city's heat emergency protocols are put into effect, officials are urging New Yorkers to take precautions to stay safe and cool during the heatwave.
