Melissa Heat Index Reaches 106 Degrees Amid Scattered Storms - Sep 10, 2 PM

*As of Sep 10, 2 PM local time.*

Dangerous Heat and Scattered Storms

Melissa is currently experiencing dangerous heat conditions this afternoon. The air temperature stands at 97 degrees Fahrenheit, but the heat index makes it feel like 102 degrees. Relative humidity is at 39 percent, with a dew point of 68 degrees.

Winds are blowing from the south southeast at 13 miles per hour, though gusts are only reaching 8 miles per hour. The sky remains clear at the moment, but the oppressive heat is the primary concern for anyone spending time outdoors.

Today and Tonight Outlook

A chance of showers and thunderstorms exists for the remainder of the day. The high will remain near 97 degrees, with heat index values potentially reaching 106 degrees. The chance of precipitation is 36 percent, with new rainfall amounts likely to be less than a tenth of an inch.

Tonight, the chance of showers and thunderstorms continues, with activity possible before 7 pm and again between 7 pm and 10 pm. Skies will be mostly cloudy, and the low temperature will be near 75 degrees, rising to around 77 degrees overnight. Heat index values may reach 102 degrees tonight.

Tomorrow's Forecast

Tomorrow will bring a slight chance of rain showers before 7 am, followed by a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7 am and 1 pm. The high will be near 95 degrees, with heat index values as high as 103 degrees. The chance of precipitation is 27 percent, and rainfall amounts will likely remain under a tenth of an inch.

Winds will shift to the south southeast at 5 to 10 miles per hour. There are no active National Weather Service alerts in effect for the area. Given the persistent heat, it is important to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion.

Check on neighbors who may be vulnerable to high temperatures, and seek air-conditioned spaces during the hottest parts of the day.

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Sources

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