*As of Sep 3, 2 PM local time.*
Humid Conditions and Storm Risk
Melissa is currently dealing with quite humid conditions this afternoon. The air temperature sits at 86F, but the combination of 66% relative humidity and a 73F dew point makes it feel like 93F. The sky is mostly cloudy, and winds are blowing from the south southeast at 16 mph, with gusts reaching 22 mph.
Residents should be aware of the 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms developing today. While new rainfall amounts are expected to be less than a tenth of an inch, the potential for lightning and brief downpours remains a factor for outdoor activities. The high for today is near 88F, with heat index values potentially reaching 102F.
Overnight and Tomorrow’s Outlook
Tonight, the chance of precipitation drops to 30%, with partly cloudy skies. Temperatures will hover around 73F, though they may rise to 75F overnight. Winds will ease to 5-15 mph, with gusts still possible up to 25 mph.
Heat index values could reach 99F. Tomorrow brings a slight chance of rain showers before 7am, followed by mostly sunny skies. The high will climb to 94F, with a low of 74F.
The heat index is expected to peak at 105F, making the air feel significantly warmer than the actual temperature. Winds will be lighter, ranging from 5 to 10 mph from the south. The chance of precipitation is 20%, with any rain likely to be light.
