*As of Aug 13, 5 AM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Melissa, Texas, signaling dangerous heat conditions for residents. The National Weather Service has issued this moderate-severity alert due to the combination of high temperatures and humidity. As of this morning, the air temperature stands at 95F, but the heat index makes it feel like 105F.
The relative humidity is at 50%, with a dew point of 73F, creating a muggy atmosphere that intensifies the perceived heat.
Forecast and Wind
Today will be sunny with a high near 101F. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 106F. South winds will blow at 15 to 20 mph, providing some relief but not enough to mitigate the heat risk.
Tonight, skies will remain clear with a low around 79F, though temperatures may rise to around 81F overnight. South winds will continue at around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Tomorrow will also be sunny, with a high near 100F. The heat index is forecast to reach 104F. South winds will persist at around 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph. Tomorrow night will be clear with a low around 79F, and south winds will decrease slightly to 10 to 15 mph, with gusts still reaching 25 mph.
