Melissa Heat Index Hits 99F Tonight; Scattered Storms Possible - Jul 6, 8 PM

*As of Jul 6, 8 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Heat

Melissa is experiencing very hot conditions this evening. The air temperature stands at 93F, but the heat index makes it feel like 99F. Humidity levels are notable, with a dew point of 70F and relative humidity at 47%. Winds are light, blowing from the east southeast at 3 mph with gusts reaching 4 mph. The sky remains clear as the day winds down.

Tonight and Tomorrow Forecast

Temperatures will drop tonight, with a low near 74F. However, heat index values will remain high, reaching up to 98F. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 1am and 4am. The sky will be mostly clear, and winds will shift to east southeast at 0 to 5 mph. The chance of precipitation is 20%.

Tomorrow, the sun will return with a high near 94F. The heat index is expected to climb to 101F. A chance of showers and thunderstorms is likely after 1pm. Winds will come from the south southeast at 0 to 5 mph. The chance of precipitation is 30%, with new rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Safety and Outlook

There are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts in effect for Melissa. Residents should continue to monitor conditions as the chance of rain increases tomorrow. Given the high heat indices, it is important to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on neighbors who may be vulnerable to extreme heat. While storms are possible, they are not guaranteed, so keep an eye on local updates for any changes in timing or intensity.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com