*As of Aug 11, 8 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alert Overview
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Melissa, Texas, signaling moderate severity and expected urgency. The National Weather Service in Fort Worth has issued this advisory to warn residents of dangerously high heat index values. As of this morning, the air temperature stands at 81F, but the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel like 85F.
Humidity levels are notably high, with a relative humidity of 74% and a dew point of 72F. The sky remains clear, and winds are blowing from the south at 13 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today will be sunny with a high near 98F. The heat index is expected to climb as high as 105, making it feel significantly hotter than the actual air temperature. South winds will persist at 10 to 15 mph.
The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 1%. Overnight, skies will clear, and temperatures will drop to a low near 78F, though they may rise to around 80F later in the night. The heat index will remain elevated, reaching up to 102, with south winds continuing at 10 to 15 mph.
Tomorrow brings even more intense heat, with a high near 100F under sunny skies. The heat index is forecast to peak at 104. South winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 25 mph.
