*As of Jul 12, 12 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Index
Melissa, TX, is currently under the influence of very hot and humid air. The air temperature stands at 90F, but the heat index makes it feel like 96F. Relative humidity is at 56%, with a dew point of 72F, contributing to the muggy atmosphere. Winds are blowing from the south at 9 mph, with gusts reaching 7 mph. The sky is mostly cloudy, limiting direct sunlight but trapping heat.
Forecast for Today and Tonight
Today, the high will reach near 92F. The National Weather Service indicates a high near 92F with heat index values as high as 97. There is a 52% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch are possible. Winds will shift to the south around 5 mph.
Tonight, conditions will remain partly sunny to mostly cloudy with a low near 73F. Temperatures may rise to around 75F overnight. The chance of precipitation remains at 50%, with new rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Southeast winds will be light, ranging from 0 to 5 mph.
Tomorrow's Outlook
Tomorrow, the high will be near 89F, with heat index values climbing to 98. The chance of precipitation is 47%, with a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7am, then again between 7am and 1pm, and continuing later. Rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch are possible. East southeast winds will be calm, from 0 to 5 mph.
