Weather Story for Western and North Central New York

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June 30, 2026 Microbursts and Tornado

Dangerous Heat and Humidity Continues

Heat Safety

Marginal Risk of Severe Thunderstorms Late Today

Marginal/Slight Risk of Severe Storms Friday

Oppressive heat and humidity will continue today through Friday. Maximum heat index values will reach or exceed 105F in some areas this afternoon and again Friday afternoon. Hydrate and take plenty of breaks in the shade or AC.

Oppressive heat and humidity will continue through Friday. Very warm and muggy nights will offer little relief from the heat for those without access to air conditioning. If you need to be outside, hydrate and take plenty of breaks in the shade or AC.

Widely scattered thunderstorms are possible late this afternoon through tonight. A few isolated severe thunderstorms are possible, with the main risk being localized damaging wind gusts.

Scattered thunderstorms are expected Friday afternoon through Friday evening. A few of these storms may become severe, with localized damaging wind gusts the main risk.