It’s a hot, sticky one in many parts of the province including the Avalon Peninsula where the humidex is expected to hit 37 degrees, meaning that your body will think it’s that warm, even though the temperature reads at a much lower number.

The humidity began rising last night, making it difficult to sleep in some cases.

Meteorologist David Neil of the Gander Weather Office says a low pressure system over Quebec and a high pressure system offshore are combining with tropical weather from the south. He says the muggy weather will subside, but only by baby steps.

“It’s still going to be like 19 degrees overnight tonight in many areas with the heat gradually going down over the next couple of days,” says Neil. “There will be a break in the pattern on Saturday.”