Smoky conditions continue today, but should improve into the weekend.
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Temperatures near 100 degrees and heat index values as high as 109 will make Wednesday dangerously hot before Canadian wildfire smoke spreads across Delmarva.
The code orange air quality alert across Delmarva can cause issues for those that suffer from respiratory issues.
Delmarva stays sunny, dry and hot today as high pressure keeps control of the forecast. Inland highs climb into the low to mid 90s, while the beaches stay cooler in the mid 80s. Heat and humidity build Saturday before a cold front brings isolated storm chances Sunday, especially across southern Delmarva.
Delaware issues code orange air quality alert as wildfire smoke drifts into region.
Monday will bring sunny skies and highs in the low 80s with comfortable humidity across Delmarva. However, haze from Canadian wildfire smoke may filter the afternoon sunshine. Delaware is under a Code Orange Air Quality Alert, posing health risks to sensitive groups, and there’s a moderate rip current risk at area beaches. Tranquil and dry weather continues into Tuesday before cloud cover increases midweek with near-normal temperatures and a slight chance of showers later in the week. Watching the coast late week for a potential develop coastal low.
A comfortable night is ahead for Delmarva with clear skies and lows in the upper 50s inland and mid to upper 60s at the coast. Monday will be sunny and warm with highs in the low 80s, though haze from Canadian wildfire smoke may filter sunshine. Delaware is under a Code Orange Air Quality Alert for sensitive groups, and a moderate risk of rip currents is posted for area beaches. Tranquil weather continues into midweek with increasing clouds and near-normal temperatures.
From early Tuesday through early Thursday, Delmarva faces hot, humid conditions and air quality concerns as Code Orange alerts impact sensitive groups.
Tuesday’s forecast calls for oppressive heat and humidity across Delmarva, with a Code Orange air quality alert in effect for Sussex County.
Delmarva endured a cloudy and damp Saturday with a mix of showers and hazy skies due to wildfire smoke drifting from New Jersey. The pattern of unsettled weather is expected to continue into Father’s Day and early next week, with cooler-than-normal temperatures, patchy fog, and occasional rain. A brief warm-up midweek could bring strong storms before relief arrives next weekend.