*As of Aug 20, 6 AM local time.*
Severe Heat Warning Active
An Extreme Heat Warning is currently in effect for Melissa, issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. This severe alert remains active until 8:00 PM CDT. Residents should take immediate precautions to avoid heat-related illness.
The current air temperature is 81F, with a feels-like temperature of 83F. Relative humidity stands at 66%, and the dew point is 68F. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 8 mph, with gusts reaching 14 mph.
The sky is currently clear, but conditions will remain intense throughout the day.
Today's Forecast and Conditions
Today will be sunny with a high near 104F. The low temperature is expected to be near 81F. There is a 15% chance of precipitation, with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms developing after 4 PM.
Heat index values may reach as high as 109F, making the air feel significantly hotter than the actual temperature. Winds will shift to 5 to 10 mph from the south southwest. Tonight, the sky will be partly cloudy with a low around 80F.
Temperatures may rise to around 82F overnight. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms exists before 10 PM. Southeast winds will blow at 5 to 10 mph, and heat indices could reach 107F.
