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5-day forecast / Melissa, TX

FridayMostly Sunny91° / 74° 11%
SaturdayMostly Sunny94° / 76° 2%
SundaySunny95° / 77° 1%
MondaySunny98° / 78°
TuesdaySunny100° / 79° 1%

Humidity Clings to Melissa as Temperatures Climb Toward 94 - Jul 17, 4 AM

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High humidity persists in Melissa with a dew point of 72F. Temperatures will rise to near 91 today and 94 tomorrow, with heat index values reaching 102.

Arlen Iverson

July 17, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Jul 17, 4 AM local time.*

Current Conditions and Humidity

It is currently Friday overnight in Melissa, and the air feels heavy with moisture. The air temperature stands at 75F, but the feels-like temperature is 77F due to the high humidity. Relative humidity is at 89%, with a dew point of 72F, indicating a muggy atmosphere. Winds are light at 6 mph, with gusts reaching 14 mph, and the sky remains mostly cloudy.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Today, the sky will clear to become mostly sunny. Highs will reach near 91F, while lows will drop to around 73F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 11%. Winds will shift to the south, blowing between 5 to 15 mph. As the day progresses, heat index values are expected to climb as high as 98.

Overnight tonight, conditions will remain mostly cloudy initially before becoming partly cloudy. Lows will settle around 74F, with temperatures rising to approximately 76F later in the night. The heat index may reach as high as 99 during this period. South winds will continue at 5 to 15 mph. The combination of warmth and lingering moisture will keep the night uncomfortable for many.

Tomorrow Outlook

Tomorrow, the sun will dominate the sky with mostly sunny conditions. Highs will climb to near 94F, marking a significant increase in heat. Lows will be around 76F.

The chance of rain drops to just 2%. Winds will come from the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph. Heat index values are forecast to reach as high as 102, indicating dangerous levels of heat stress for prolonged exposure.

Safety Reminder

With heat index values approaching 102, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing and seek air-conditioned environments when possible. Check on elderly neighbors and those without reliable cooling to ensure their safety during these rising temperatures.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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Arlen Iverson

Arlen Iverson covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Melissa.

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