*As of Aug 19, 2 PM local time.*
Severe Heat Warning in Effect
An Extreme Heat Warning is currently active for Melissa, issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. This severe alert remains in effect until 8:00 PM CDT on August 20. The dangerous heat is already evident, with the air temperature sitting at 100F and the feels-like temperature reaching 104F.
The relative humidity is 31%, and the dew point is 64F. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 7 mph, with gusts up to 10 mph, under a clear sky. This combination of high heat and low humidity creates hazardous conditions that require caution.
Today's Forecast and Conditions
Today will be mostly sunny, with a high near 103F. The heat index values are expected to reach as high as 107F, making the air feel significantly hotter than the actual temperature. The low will be near 80F.
There is no chance of precipitation today, so the sun will remain the primary factor affecting comfort levels. Winds will continue to blow from the south southwest at around 10 mph. Residents should be aware that the perceived heat is the primary risk, not just the air temperature.
