*As of Aug 10, 4 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions
Melissa, TX, is currently under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. This moderate-severity alert remains in effect until August 11 at 8:00PM CDT, signaling dangerous heat conditions for the area. As of this afternoon, the air temperature stands at 97F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 102F.
The relative humidity is at 39%, with a dew point of 68F. Winds are blowing from the south-southeast at 11 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph, while the sky remains mostly clear.
Forecast Outlook
Today will be sunny with a high near 97F and a low near 77F. There is no chance of precipitation. The National Weather Service reports heat index values as high as 105 during the day. Winds will continue from the south-southeast at 10 to 15 mph.
Tonight, skies will clear with temperatures dropping to around 77F, though they may rise slightly to about 79F overnight. The heat index is expected to remain elevated at values as high as 103. South winds of 10 to 15 mph will persist.
Tomorrow brings another sunny day with a high near 98F and a low near 78F. Precipitation chances are minimal at 1%. Heat index values could reach as high as 107. Winds will remain from the south at 10 to 15 mph. Tomorrow night will be clear with a low around 78F, potentially rising to 80F overnight, and heat indices up to 104.
