Heat Advisory for Somerville July 6-7
High heat and humidity is expected in Somerville and the region over the coming days with actual temperatures in the 90s and feels-like temperatures between 95-100 degrees. At this time, the National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Sunday and Monday (July 6 & 7). Although there is no Heat Advisory in place for Tuesday, July 8, the weather will still be hot. Community members are encouraged to review ways to stay cool and safe as the expected weather conditions can cause heat illness if precautions are not taken.
Staying Cool in Somerville
• Air-Conditioned City Buildings:
o If you don’t have air conditioning, you can seek relief from the heat in air-conditioned City buildings.
o Anyone is welcome to visit the Somerville Public Libraries during their regular hours, some of which also have weekend hours. For locations and hours, visit somervillepubliclibrary.org.
o Seniors are also welcome to visit Council on Aging Senior Centers on weekdays. For locations, hours, and activity information, visit somervillema.gov/coa.
• Outdoor Water Features
o Many Somerville city parks have water features that run from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. The water sprays are on timers and stop for 20 minutes between cycles.
o All splash pads are currently open for 2025.
o Water feature information is available under the “Stay Cool Outside” section of the City’s Keep Cool webpage at somervillema.gov/keepcool.
• Outdoor Pools
o For more information on Somerville and area pools, visit somervillema.gov/pools.
o Dilboy Pool’s regular hours are daily 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. for the public. Early morning lap swim time is Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. More information at somervillema.myrec.com.
o Latta Brothers Memorial Pool at Foss Park is open daily 11:15 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. More information at mass.gov/swimming.
o Spray deck at Latta is open daily 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
o Admission to both pools is free.
o With public transportation, you can also visit nearby communities. See other regional pools at somervillema.gov/pools.