*As of Jul 8, 8 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Humidity
Melissa, TX, is experiencing quite humid conditions this morning. The air temperature stands at 79F, but the heat index makes it feel like 82F. Relative humidity is sitting at 79%, with a dew point of 72F indicating significant moisture in the air. Winds are light at 3 mph, though gusts have reached 20 mph. The sky remains clear at this hour.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Temperatures will climb significantly today, reaching a high near 97F. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values as high as 102F during the peak afternoon hours. While the day starts sunny, there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. The chance of precipitation is listed at 20% for this period. Winds will shift to the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph.
As evening approaches, the risk of storms continues before 7pm, with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. The low will settle around 78F. Heat index values will remain elevated, reaching up to 100F. Winds will turn to the south southeast around 10 mph. The sky will become mostly clear as the night progresses.
Tomorrow Outlook
Conditions will clear up fully tomorrow. The sky will be sunny with no chance of precipitation. Temperatures will rise further, with a high near 99F. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 102F. Winds will increase, blowing from the south southwest at 10 to 15 mph.
