Humidity Clings to Melissa as Temps Climb Toward 95 - Jul 18, 4 AM

*As of Jul 18, 4 AM local time.*

Current Conditions and Humidity

The air in Melissa remains quite heavy right now. It is currently Saturday overnight, and the atmosphere is holding onto significant moisture. The air temperature sits at 81F, but the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel like 85F.

Relative humidity is at 74%, with a dew point of 72F indicating a sticky, muggy environment. Winds are blowing from the south at 11 mph, with gusts reaching 14 mph, while the sky remains clear.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Expect mostly sunny skies to dominate the day ahead. Temperatures will climb to a high near 94F. Because of the high humidity, the heat index will reach values as high as 100, making it feel significantly hotter than the actual air temperature.

South southwest winds will range from 10 to 15 mph. As evening approaches, skies will become partly cloudy before clearing out later. Lows will settle near 75F, though temperatures may rise slightly to around 77F during the overnight hours.

Winds will ease to 5 to 10 mph from the south.

Tomorrow Outlook

Tomorrow will be sunny with a high near 95F. The heat index is expected to peak at 102, creating dangerous heat stress conditions for those outdoors. South winds will continue at 5 to 10 mph. Overnight, skies will clear with a low around 77F, potentially rising to 79F as the night progresses.

Safety Reminder

With heat index values pushing toward 102, hydration is critical. Drink plenty of water and limit strenuous activity during the hottest parts of the day. Check on elderly neighbors and those without air conditioning, as the humidity and heat can strain the body even at night. There are no active National Weather Service alerts for this area, but the oppressive heat requires caution.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com