As the temps soared into the 90s Sunday, many were seeking any way to cool off.
"This is a normal January in L.A., but the humidity is definitely here in Philadelphia," said Keegan Fonte, who made a stop at the C&C Creamery in Roxborough.
And with more extreme heat on the way, Fonte-- like many others-- is planning ahead.
"You know, we're just going to run in the sprinklers and eat more ice cream," he said.
When the forecast calls for no rain, well, make your own -- and that's just what one group of neighbors did in Fairmount.
What better way to beat the summer sizzle than with a slight soak from a mist maker.
"People like drive through and walked through and they love it," Roman Hasiuk said.
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On Monday, Philadelphia officials are expected to announce pool opening schedules.
"It's about staying in the shade for me; as long as my kid is cool, I'm alright," said parent Nika Hennigan.