Current Conditions and Humidity
Melissa, Texas, is experiencing a notably humid start to the day. As of this Saturday morning, the air temperature stands at 81F, but the heat index makes it feel like 85F. The relative humidity is sitting at 79%, with a dew point of 73F, indicating a muggy atmosphere. Winds are currently light at 7 mph, though gusts have reached 18 mph. The sky remains clear overhead, providing unobstructed views as the day warms up.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Temperatures are expected to rise significantly throughout the day, reaching a high near 96F. The National Weather Service indicates that heat index values could peak as high as 104F during the afternoon hours. While the morning will be sunny, conditions may shift later in the day. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms developing after 4pm. Winds will shift to the south southwest, blowing between 5 to 10 mph.
As evening approaches, the chance for precipitation remains slight before 7pm. The sky will become mostly clear for the night, with a low near 75F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 77F overnight. The heat index will remain elevated, with values as high as 101F. Winds will turn to the southeast, maintaining speeds of 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow Outlook
The pattern continues into tomorrow with similar heat and humidity. The high will again reach near 96F, with heat index values climbing to 102F. The sky will be mostly sunny, but there is a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. The chance of precipitation is listed at 25% for the day, though the official forecast notes a 30% chance later. Winds will be from the south around 5 mph.
For tomorrow night, a chance of showers and thunderstorms exists before 1am. The sky will be partly cloudy with a low around 75F. Heat index values will drop slightly to 99F, with east southeast winds around 5 mph. There are no active weather alerts in effect for the area.
