*As of Jul 29, 5 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alert Status
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Melissa, Texas, signaling dangerous heat conditions for the region. The National Weather Service has issued this moderate-severity alert, which remains active until the evening of July 30. Residents are advised to take precautions against the intense heat that is currently impacting the area.
As of this Wednesday evening, the air temperature stands at 96F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel significantly hotter. The current feels-like temperature is 101F. Relative humidity is at 40%, with a dew point of 68F.
Winds are blowing from the south-southeast at 11 mph, with gusts reaching 12 mph. The sky remains clear overhead, offering no relief from the sun's intensity.
Forecast for Today, Tonight, and Tomorrow
The official forecast from the National Weather Service indicates that the heat will persist through the next day. Today, conditions will be mostly sunny with a high near 99F. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 103F. South-southeast winds will remain around 10 mph, with only a 1% chance of precipitation.
Tonight, skies will transition to partly cloudy. Temperatures will drop to a low near 78F, though they may rise to around 80F overnight. The heat index will remain elevated, peaking at 102F. Winds will lighten to 5 to 10 mph from the south-southeast.
