After reaching near 90 degrees, records broken as heatwave continues with higher temperatures predicted for Tuesday

The weather reached record highs around 90 degrees in the area, making it the hottest day of the year so far. This early heat wave set record highs for the date at Dulles Airport and in Baltimore. Typically, Washington sees its first 90-degree day around May 16, so this heat is earlier than usual. Temperatures are expected to remain near record levels overnight and will continue to be hot on Tuesday.

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