*As of Jul 21, 4 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat and Air Quality Concerns
Melissa, TX is currently under the influence of two active National Weather Service alerts: an Extreme Heat Warning and an Air Quality Alert. The current conditions reflect the intensity of the heat event, with the air temperature at 100F and a feels-like temperature of 105F. Relative humidity stands at 33%, with a dew point of 66F.
Winds are currently calm at 0 mph, though gusts may reach 10 mph. The sky remains clear.
The Extreme Heat Warning is in effect until July 22 at 8:00PM CDT. This alert underscores the severity of the heat conditions impacting the area. Simultaneously, an Air Quality Alert has been issued, indicating that air quality levels may pose health risks for sensitive groups.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, the sun will dominate the sky with no chance of precipitation. Highs will reach near 102F. The National Weather Service notes heat index values as high as 111 during the day.
North winds will be around 5 mph. Temperatures will drop to a low near 81F tonight. Conditions will be mostly clear, with heat index values remaining high at around 109.
Overnight, temperatures may rise to around 83F. Winds will shift to the east southeast at 0 to 5 mph.
Tomorrow, the heat persists with sunny skies and a high near 100F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 2%. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 110.
