Today will be the hottest day so far this year in the Hudson Valley and tomorrow will be even hotter. Highs will soar into the mid 80s this afternoon and could approach 90 on Thursday.

An Air Quality Alert is in effect for the entire Hudson Valley from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. today. People susceptible to poor air quality, like those who are young, elderly, or have asthma, should avoid strenuous activities this afternoon. The primary pollutant is ground ozone. Hazy skies from wildfire smoke out west & stagnant air that will heat up fast will trap and increase pollution levels this afternoon.

Today: Hazy & Hot

It's a pleasant morning, but temperatures are climbing into the mid and upper 80s this afternoon. The daily record high is 87F.

Thursday: Hotter & a pop-up storm

Temperatures will soar into the upper 80s on Thursday, and it will feel like it's in the low 90s. A pop up afternoon thunderstorm is possible, mainly toward the upper Hudson Valley between 3 and 8 PM.

Friday: Hot with PM Storms.

Grab the umbrella! Friday starts off dry, but hot and humid weather will spark afternoon and evening thunderstorms. Highs are in the mid 80s.

Saturday: A potential washout? A few showers in the morning with on and off storms throughout the day. There will be dry time as well. Highs are in the mid 70s.

Sunday: Pick of the Weekend.

It's sunnier and dry with high temperatures near 80 degrees.