*As of Aug 9, 8 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Humidity
Melissa is experiencing a notably humid start to the day this morning. The air temperature currently stands at 81F, but the heat index makes it feel like 85F. Relative humidity is holding at 74%, with a dew point of 72F indicating significant moisture in the air.
Winds are blowing from the south at 10 mph, with gusts reaching up to 21 mph, while the sky remains clear.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Sunny skies will persist through the day today, with a high near 97F. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values could reach as high as 101. South winds will continue at 5 to 10 mph.
As evening approaches, conditions will remain clear with a low around 76F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 78F overnight, with heat index values peaking near 99. South winds will persist at around 10 mph during this period.
Tomorrow Outlook
The heat and humidity will continue into tomorrow. Expect another sunny day with a high near 98F. Heat index values are forecast to climb as high as 102.
South winds will increase slightly to 10 to 15 mph. Overnight, skies will clear again with a low around 78F. Temperatures may rise to around 80F overnight, with heat index values reaching 101.
