*As of Aug 16, 11 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alert Status
A Heat Advisory is currently active for the Melissa area, issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. This moderate-severity alert is expected to remain in effect until early evening. As of this morning, the air temperature stands at 93 degrees Fahrenheit, with a feels-like temperature of 93 degrees.
The sky is clear, and relative humidity is at 34 percent. The dew point is 61 degrees, indicating dry air despite the high heat. Winds are blowing from the south-southwest at 10 miles per hour, with gusts reaching 14 miles per hour.
These dry conditions contribute to the intense heat felt during the day.
Today’s Forecast and Overnight Outlook
Residents should expect sunny skies throughout the day, with a high temperature near 101 degrees. The heat index values may reach as high as 106 degrees, making the air feel significantly warmer than the actual temperature. The chance of precipitation is minimal, at just 1 percent.
As night falls, conditions will remain mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low near 78 degrees, though they may rise to around 80 degrees overnight. The heat index will still reach 105 degrees during the evening hours.
Winds will shift to the south, blowing between 5 and 10 miles per hour. This persistent warmth means that relief from the heat may be limited even after sunset.
