Heat — Central Washington, Maine

2023-07-06 · Central Washington, Maine

Event narrative

High temperatures ranged from the mid 80s to around 90...with dew points from the upper 60s to lower 70s. This combination produced Heat Index values generally ranging from the mid 90s to around 100 degrees...locally up to around 105.

Wider weather episode

High pressure at the surface and aloft brought hot temperatures and high dew points to the region during the 6th. Afternoon temperatures ranged from the mid 80s to around 90...with dew points from the upper 60s to lower 70s...across much of northern and eastern Maine. Heat Index values generally ranged from the mid 90s to around 100 degrees...locally up to 105.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1120582. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.