*As of Jul 20, 4 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
Melissa, TX, is currently under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service. The alert, classified as moderate severity with expected urgency, remains in effect until July 21 at 8:00PM CDT. Residents are advised to take this warning seriously as dangerous heat levels persist across the region.
Current conditions in Melissa reflect the intensity of the heat wave. The air temperature stands at 95F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 103F. The dew point is at 72F, with relative humidity at 47%. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 10 mph, with gusts reaching 11 mph. The sky remains clear, offering no relief from the sun.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, the National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies with a high near 99F. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 105. South southwest winds will be around 5 mph. Overnight, conditions will clear, with a low around 79F. Temperatures may rise to around 81F during the night, with heat index values peaking at 106. South winds will continue around 5 mph.
Tomorrow, the heat will intensify further. Sunny skies are expected with a high near 102F. The heat index is projected to climb to 109F.
Southwest winds will be around 5 mph. Tomorrow night, skies will clear again, with a low around 81F. Temperatures may rise to around 83F overnight, with heat index values remaining high at 109.
Southeast winds will be light, ranging from 0 to 5 mph.
