Melissa Heat Index Hits 99 Tonight; 97F High Expected Tomorrow

Current Conditions and Heat Index

Melissa, Texas, is currently experiencing very hot and humid conditions. The air temperature stands at 91F, but the combination of heat and moisture pushes the feels-like temperature to 97F. Relative humidity is at 49%, with a dew point of 70F indicating significant moisture in the air. Winds are light at 7 mph, with no gusts reported, and the sky remains clear.

Tonight and Tomorrow Forecast

Temperatures will remain elevated through the night. Partly cloudy skies will persist with a low near 76F. However, the heat will linger, with temperatures rising to around 78F overnight. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 99F. Winds will shift to a south southeast direction, blowing between 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow will be sunny with a high near 97F. The heat index could climb as high as 103F. While the morning will likely be dry, there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. Winds will continue from the south at 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation is listed at 16% for the day, though the official forecast notes a 20% chance later in the day.

Safety and Alerts

There are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts in effect for Melissa. However, the extreme heat requires caution. Residents should stay hydrated and limit midday exertion when possible. Check on neighbors, especially the elderly or those without air conditioning, to ensure they are safe in the rising temperatures. As the heat index approaches 100F, the risk of heat-related illness increases, so seeking air-conditioned environments during the peak heat hours is advisable.

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com