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Weekend Meteorologist at WSOC, @ametsoc Certified Broadcast Meteorologist #836, Tweets and opinions are my own, RT are not endorsements.
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What is heat index? Why it will feel even hotter across the Carolinas this weekend

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By Joe Puma Verified
| WSOC-TV (Charlotte, NC) Verified
Local Enter Fullscreen Expand Stay hydrated this weekend: ‘Heat index’ explained CHARLOTTE — We know it’s going to be hot this weekend, but the actual air temperature is only part of it, meteorologist Joe Puma said on Tuesday. Humidity plays a crucial role in the body’s ability to cool down. >>CLICK HERE for the latest weather conditions The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity results in what we call the heat index.
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High humidity complicates weekend heat: Heat index explained

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By Joe Puma Verified
| Yahoo Verified
Follow High humidity complicates weekend heat: Heat index explained Tue, June 30, 2026 at 3:14 PM UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. High humidity complicates weekend heat: Heat index explained We know it's going to be hot this weekend, but the actual air temperature is only part of it, meteorologist Joe Puma said on Tuesday. Humidity plays a crucial role in the body's ability to cool down.
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Duke Energy braces for major heat wave, asks customers to conserve Original

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By Joe Puma Verified
| WSOC-TV (Charlotte, NC) Verified
Enter Fullscreen Expand thermostat There are many ways to save on your air conditioning bill. (WSOC) CHARLOTTE — Duke Energy is preparing for a major heat wave expected this week, which will place significant demand on the energy grid in the Charlotte region. To help manage this increased strain, the utility is requesting that customers set their thermostats to 78 degrees during peak daytime hours. Extreme temperatures inherently increase the load on the energy grid.
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