*As of Aug 31, 2 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Risk
Melissa is currently experiencing significant heat, with the air temperature sitting at 99 degrees Fahrenheit. The combination of high heat and humidity makes it feel like 100 degrees, creating dangerous conditions for anyone spending time outdoors. The sky is clear, and the relative humidity is 31 percent, with a dew point of 63 degrees.
Winds are blowing from the south southeast at 11 miles per hour, with gusts reaching 17 miles per hour. This intense heat is the primary concern for residents today, as the lack of cloud cover allows the sun to intensify the thermal load on the body.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
The forecast indicates that the high temperature will remain near 99 degrees today, with a low of 77 degrees. There is no chance of precipitation, and sunny conditions are expected to persist. Tonight, the sky will remain mostly clear, with temperatures dropping to around 77 degrees before rising slightly to 79 degrees overnight.
The heat index values could reach as high as 99 degrees tonight. Tomorrow will follow a similar pattern, with a high near 99 degrees and a low of 76 degrees. Sunny skies are expected, and the chance of rain is minimal at 2 percent.
Winds will remain light, ranging from 5 to 10 miles per hour from the south southeast. The heat index values may climb to 104 degrees tomorrow, maintaining the hazardous heat levels seen today.
