It is sunny and warm, especially in eastern and western Japan, and in Shizuoka prefecture, it is already a hot day of 35 degrees Celsius or higher.
It is expected to reach 37 degrees in the afternoon, so be wary of heat stroke and take measures such as frequent hydration and proper use of air conditioners.
According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, a wide area of eastern and western Japan is covered with high pressure, and the sun is getting stronger and the temperature is rising from the morning.
The maximum temperature until 11:30 am is ▽ 35.6 degrees in Funagira, Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, which is already a hot day, ▽ 34.7 degrees in Ebina City, Kanagawa Prefecture and Nambu Town, Yamanashi Prefecture, ▽ 34.1 degrees in central Tokyo, etc. It has become a severe heat in various places.
After that, the temperature rose further, and the maximum daytime temperature was 37 degrees in Hamamatsu City and Gifu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, 36 degrees in Kofu City, Nagoya City, Kyoto City, etc., ▽ Fukushima City, central Tokyo, Kochi City. Intense heat is expected in various places such as 35 degrees.
Due to the high humidity, the "heat stroke warning alert" has been announced in 19 prefectures from Kanto to Kyushu, saying that the risk of heat stroke is extremely high.
Be wary of heat stroke and avoid going out as much as possible. ▽ Indoors, replenish water and salt frequently, ▽ Outdoors, take measures such as removing the mask and taking a break when there is sufficient distance from people.
In addition, since it has been confirmed that elderly people die on suspicion of heat stroke without using the air conditioner, please encourage people around you to use the air conditioner.
Beware of sudden thunderstorms in the afternoon
On the other hand, in the afternoon when the temperature rises, the atmospheric conditions are expected to become unstable, especially inland in eastern Japan.
Be aware of sudden heavy rains, lightning strikes, gusts, and sudden changes in the weather such as "hail".