*As of Aug 22, 2 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Melissa, signaling dangerous heat conditions that require caution. It is currently Saturday afternoon, and the air temperature stands at 97F, with a feels-like temperature of 101F. The relative humidity is 37%, and the dew point is 66F.
Winds are blowing at 13 mph, though gusts are recorded at 4 mph. The sky remains clear, allowing direct sunlight to intensify the heat. This active alert, issued by the National Weather Service, highlights the need for residents to take standard safety measures during this period of extreme warmth.
Today and Tonight Outlook
For the remainder of the day, conditions will remain mostly sunny with a high near 102F. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 105F, making the perceived temperature significantly higher than the actual air temperature. South winds will blow around 5 mph.
Tonight, the weather will shift to partly cloudy skies. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms, with a 20% probability of precipitation. If rain occurs, amounts will be less than a tenth of an inch.
Temperatures will drop to a low around 79F, though they may rise to around 81F overnight. Heat index values could reach 104F, and southeast winds will remain light at around 5 mph.
