*As of Aug 11, 5 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Melissa, Texas, signaling dangerous heat conditions for the area. The National Weather Service has issued this moderate-severity alert due to the combination of high temperatures and humidity. As of this evening, the air temperature stands at 97F, but the heat index makes it feel like 104F.
The relative humidity is at 42%, with a dew point of 70F, creating a muggy atmosphere that intensifies the perceived heat. Winds are blowing from the south at 12 mph, with gusts reaching 14 mph, while the sky remains mostly clear.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, the sun will dominate the sky with no chance of precipitation. Highs will reach near 99F, with heat index values climbing as high as 106F. South winds will average around 15 mph.
Overnight, conditions will clear up, but the heat will linger. Lows will drop to near 78F, though temperatures may rise to around 80F during the night. Heat index values will remain elevated at up to 102F, with south winds continuing at 10 to 15 mph.
Tomorrow, the pattern remains consistent with sunny skies and a high near 99F. The heat index is expected to peak at 102F. South winds will persist at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 25 mph.
There is only a 1% chance of precipitation. Overnight into tomorrow night, skies will become mostly clear. Lows will settle near 78F, with temperatures rising to around 80F overnight.
