*As of Aug 15, 11 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alert Status
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Melissa, issued by the National Weather Service. This moderate-severity alert is expected to remain active until this evening. Residents should be aware that conditions are already quite warm, with the air temperature sitting at 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
The combination of heat and humidity means the air feels like 98 degrees. Relative humidity stands at 59 percent, and the dew point is 73 degrees, contributing to the muggy sensation. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 9 miles per hour, with gusts reaching 14 miles per hour.
The sky is currently clear, offering no immediate relief from the sun.
Today and Tonight Outlook
Today will remain sunny with a high near 99 degrees Fahrenheit. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 1 percent. As the day progresses, heat index values are expected to reach as high as 107 degrees.
Winds will shift to the south southwest, ranging between 10 and 15 miles per hour. Tonight, the sky will be mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low around 79 degrees, though they may rise slightly to around 81 degrees overnight.
The heat index will remain elevated, reaching up to 104 degrees. South winds will continue at 10 to 15 miles per hour.
