Air quality alert active as Melissa heads toward 98F today - Aug 3, 12 PM

*As of Aug 3, 12 PM local time.*

Air quality alert and hot sunshine

Melissa is under an air quality alert this afternoon as heat builds under clear skies. The current air temperature is 91F, and it feels like 93F. Relative humidity is 41%, with a dew point of 64F. Wind is 8 mph, and the sky is clear.

Forecast through tomorrow

Today stays sunny, with a high near 98F and a 0% chance of precipitation. Heat index values may reach as high as 98F. Southeast wind is expected around 5 mph.

Tonight remains clear, with a low around 73F. Heat index values may be as high as 98F, and southeast wind is expected at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow brings more sunny weather. The forecast calls for a high near 100F, a low near 75F and a 0% chance of precipitation. Heat index values may reach as high as 101F, with south wind at 5 to 10 mph.

Alert and safety note

An air quality alert is active for Melissa. The alert listing does not include a stated severity or urgency level. No other alerts are listed in the provided information.

With hot, sunny weather and an air quality alert in place, keep plans flexible if outdoor activity starts to feel uncomfortable. Drink water, take breaks in cooler spaces when needed, and consider easing up on strenuous outdoor activity if you are sensitive to poor air quality or heat.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com