Hot Weather Facts
This tool tells us how hot it is outside
What is a thermometer?
You should drink a lot of this when it’s hot to stay hydrated.
What is water?
These pop-up tents spray cool water into the air to help people cool off on hot days.
What are misting tents?
If someone feels dizzy, nauseous, and hot, you should seek out this.
What is medical help?
This happens when your body gets too hot and can't cool down?
What is heat illness?
Wearing this type of clothing can help you stay cooler in the sun.
What is light or loose clothing?
Boston opens these large places full of water where kids and families can swim for free.
What are community pools?
Too much heat can make forests catch on fire, called this.
What is a wildfire?
When it's very hot your body does this to stay cool
What is sweat?
You can protect your skin from sunburn by putting this on.
What is sunscreen?
These fun water play areas spray, splash, and spray again — and you don’t even need to swim!
What are splash pads?
On very hot days, cities may open these cool places for people to stay safe.
What is a cooling center?
The heat from this giant star keeps the Earth warm
What is the sun?
On hot days, it’s best to stay inside during these hottest hours.
What is the afternoon (10 AM - 4 PM)?
When it’s dangerously hot, you can go to any of these Boston City Buildings to get out of the heat.
What is a Boston Fire Department, a Boston Public Library, or a BCYF Center?
This happens when your body loses too much water and salt from sweating.
What is dehydration?
This weather report number tells you how hot it feels when it’s humid.
What is the Heat Index?
People might wear these on their heads to protect from strong sun.
What is a hat or cap?
These outdoor spots with lots of trees give people and pets a cool place to relax out of the sun
What are Boston parks?
If your pet is outside in extreme heat, you should give them this.
What is water and shade?