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TuesdaySunny99° / 79°
WednesdaySunny99° / 79°
ThursdaySunny101° / 76°
FridaySunny99° / 78°

Humid Heat Returns to Melissa as Temperatures Climb Near 100 - Aug 10, 4 AM

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Melissa faces another day of intense heat and high humidity today, with highs near 99F and a heat index reaching 104F. No severe weather alerts are in effect.

Arlen Iverson

August 10, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Aug 10, 4 AM local time.*

Current Conditions and Humidity

Residents in Melissa are currently experiencing a notably humid overnight environment. The air temperature sits at 79F, but the combination of moisture makes it feel like 82F. Relative humidity is holding steady at 79%, with a dew point of 72F indicating significant moisture in the air.

Winds are blowing from the south at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 17 mph. The sky remains partly cloudy as the night progresses.

Today and Tonight Forecast

The heat will intensify significantly during the day. Today is forecast to be sunny with a high near 99F. Due to the high humidity, the heat index values are expected to reach as high as 104F. Winds will pick up slightly from the south, ranging between 10 to 15 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 1%.

As evening approaches, conditions will clear up. Tonight will be mostly clear with a low around 76F. However, temperatures are expected to rise to around 78F later in the night. South winds will continue at around 10 mph. The heat index may still feel as high as 103F during the warmer parts of the evening before settling down.

Tomorrow Outlook

The oppressive heat is not letting up tomorrow. The forecast calls for another sunny day with a high near 99F. The humidity will persist, pushing heat index values even higher, potentially reaching 105F. South winds will remain steady at 10 to 15 mph. Overnight lows will be warmer than usual, around 79F, with temperatures rising to approximately 81F later in the night.

Safety Reminder

With heat indices exceeding 100F, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on elderly neighbors or those without air conditioning. Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing if you must be outdoors, and seek air-conditioned spaces during the peak heat hours of the day.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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Arlen Iverson

Arlen Iverson covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Melissa.

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