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Ontario heat wave is set to bring feels-like temperatures near 45 C

Canada's National Observer

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July 13, 2026

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All of Ontario appears to be in for another heat wave this week as Environment Canada meteorologists forecast feels-like temperatures of up to 45 C.

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CityNews Montreal

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· Jul 2, 2026

Heat wave gripping much of Ontario, Quebec tracks east to Maritime provinces

The heat wave that’s been bearing down on Ontario this week has shown no signs of letting up and has only spread further east. Environment Canada has scores of heat warnings posted for most of Ontario and Quebec, and now stretching across to New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. Daytime temperatures in Ontario [] The post Heat wave gripping much of Ontario, Quebec tracks east to Maritime provinces appeared first on CityNews Montreal.

Global News

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· Jul 9, 2026

Heat wave could push humidex to 45 in Manitoba, Saskatchewan

A prolonged heat wave is set to push temperatures into the mid-30s across southern Saskatchewan and Manitoba as wildfire smoke lingers in northern regions.

CBC News

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· Sep 18, 2025

Canada Day's a scorcher in southern Ontario. Here's how some are handling the heat wave

Canada Day's a scorcher in southern Ontario. Here's how some are handling the heat wave

Now Magazine

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· Jun 30, 2026

‘It’s better than winter’: How Torontonians are beating the heat this Canada Day

What to know Canada Day’s coming up, and so is a heat wave. Temperatures in Toronto are expected to feel like 44 C on Wednesday,... The post ‘It’s better than winter’: How Torontonians are beating the heat this Canada Day appeared first on NOW Toronto.

National Post

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· Jul 1, 2026

Map shows hot weather warnings in place across Canada as heat wave descends

There are 60 hot weather warnings in place for Quebec alone, as well as 38 in Ontario and 31 in Alberta

Toronto Sun

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· Jun 29, 2026

Heat, high humidity all week long in Toronto including Canada Day

The heat won't break until Sunday

Tampa Free Press

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· Jun 24, 2026

Tampa Bay Set To Bake: Heat Index Nears 105 As Weeklong Storm Chances Climb

THE BREAKDOWN: The Tampa Bay area faces a prolonged stretch of hot, sunny weather with daily storm chances through early next week. High temperatures will consistently hover in the mid-to-upper 90s, with heat index values peaking at 105 degrees today before a 60 percent spike in rain probability arrives by next Tuesday. TAMPA, Fla. – [] Tampa Bay Set To Bake: Heat Index Nears 105 As Weeklong Storm Chances Climb

Wired

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· Jun 30, 2026

New York Is About to Feel Hotter Than Phoenix

Extreme heat coupled with humidity will make it feel like 109 degrees Fahrenheit as the holiday weekend approaches.

Korea Times News

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· Jul 11, 2026

Scorching heat wave grips nation; 39.9 degrees Celsius recorded in southeast

Scorching heat wave grips nation; 39.9 degrees Celsius recorded in southeast

The Suburban

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· Jul 3, 2026

Thunderstorms cut power to over 125,000 customers across Quebec in sweltering heat

A powerful gust front enters the Montreal region form the north on Thursday evening, the leading edge of severe thunderstorms. Thunderstorms have been occurring everyday during our current heatwave, however this was the first cells that have targeted the Montreal

Proto Thema - English

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· Jul 2, 2026

New Yorkers outraged at mayor’s request to set AC to 25.5°C as temperatures soar

In New York, the heat index is expected to reach 43°C, while in the suburbs it could even reach 46°C The post New Yorkers outraged at mayor’s request to set AC to 25.5°C as temperatures soar appeared first on ProtoThema English.

teleSUR English

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· Jul 7, 2026

U.S. Heat Wave Kills Dozens During 250th Anniversary Weekend

At least 148 daily high-temperature records were set between June 30 and Sunday, July 5. The heat wave that gripped much of the United States over the weekend of the country’s 250th anniversary celebrations killed more than two dozen people across the East Coast, Southeast and Southwest. RELATED: Extreme Weather Hits Canada With Scorching Heat []

The Standard

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· Jun 25, 2026

Thunderstorm warning issued for Scotland after days of baking heat

Temperatures in the high 20Cs across large parts of the country look set to make way for more unsettled conditions.

The News Letter

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· Jun 22, 2026

Northern Ireland may experience an official heatwave this week, says Met Office

Parts of Northern Ireland could experience an official heatwave this week, according to the Met Office.

WyoFile

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· Jul 7, 2026

Weekend heat wave could bring historic highs to northern, western Wyoming

The forecast calls for a real possibility of the hottest temperatures recorded in many northern Wyoming towns, with thermometers reaching nearly 110 degrees. The post Weekend heat wave could bring historic highs to northern, western Wyoming appeared first on WyoFile .

Scientific American

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· Jun 29, 2026

Extreme heat is setting in for July 4. Here’s what to know

A prolonged, intense heat wave will make temperatures feel as hot as 115 degrees Fahrenheit in the eastern U.S. this week

Le Monde

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· Jul 4, 2026

US gripped by extreme heatwave, disrupting 250th anniversary and World Cup celebrations

Temperatures neared 40°C (104°F) in New York, Philadelphia and Washington DC, on Thursday and Friday, causing widespread power outages and prompting organizers to delay the start of Independence Day celebrations.

Times of India

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· Jul 3, 2026

Heatwave safety steps: Experts urge precautions to prevent heatstroke

A scorching heatwave is sweeping across the central and eastern United States, pushing temperatures up to 105°F right before the Fourth of July festivities. Health officials are stressing the importance of caution, particularly for vulnerable populations, as the risk of heatstroke is notably high. Staying hydrated, donning appropriate clothing, and being aware of the symptoms are essential for surviving the extreme heat, expected to linger through the weekend.

The Hill

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· Jul 2, 2026

How extreme heat is changing DC's July 4th weekend event plans

Much of the eastern half of the U.S. is dealing with extreme heat this week, including the nation’s capital. The high temperature Thursday in Washington, D.C., was forecast to be 102, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). The heat comes as the District prepares to celebrate the country’s 250th birthday over the Fourth of...

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Related coverage for "Ontario heat wave is set to bring feels-like temperatures near 45 C": CityNews Montreal — Heat wave gripping much of Ontario, Quebec tracks east to Maritime provinces. Global News — Heat wave could push humidex to 45 in Manitoba, Saskatchewan. CBC News — Canada Day's a scorcher in southern Ontario. Here's how some are handling the heat wave. Now Magazine — ‘It’s better than winter’: How Torontonians are beating the heat this Canada Day. National Post — Map shows hot weather warnings in place across Canada as heat wave descends. Toronto Sun — Heat, high humidity all week long in Toronto including Canada Day. Tampa Free Press — Tampa Bay Set To Bake: Heat Index Nears 105 As Weeklong Storm Chances Climb. Wired — New York Is About to Feel Hotter Than Phoenix. Korea Times News — Scorching heat wave grips nation; 39.9 degrees Celsius recorded in southeast. The Suburban — Thunderstorms cut power to over 125,000 customers across Quebec in sweltering heat. Proto Thema - English — New Yorkers outraged at mayor’s request to set AC to 25.5°C as temperatures soar. teleSUR English — U.S. Heat Wave Kills Dozens During 250th Anniversary Weekend. The Standard — Thunderstorm warning issued for Scotland after days of baking heat. The News Letter — Northern Ireland may experience an official heatwave this week, says Met Office. WyoFile — Weekend heat wave could bring historic highs to northern, western Wyoming. Scientific American — Extreme heat is setting in for July 4. Here’s what to know. Le Monde — US gripped by extreme heatwave, disrupting 250th anniversary and World Cup celebrations. Times of India — Heatwave safety steps: Experts urge precautions to prevent heatstroke. The Hill — How extreme heat is changing DC's July 4th weekend event plans