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MondaySunny99° / 78° 1%
TuesdaySunny99° / 77° 1%
WednesdaySunny98° / 77° 2%
ThursdaySunny96° / 75° 4%
FridaySunny96° / 73° 3%

Melissa Heat Advisory: Humid Start, 99F Highs Expected - Sep 14, 6 AM

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A Heat Advisory is active for Melissa. Current conditions are humid with a 79F temperature. Today and tomorrow will be sunny with highs near 99F and heat indices exceeding 100F.

Arlen Iverson

September 14, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Sep 14, 6 AM local time.*

Heat Advisory in Effect

A Heat Advisory is currently active for the Melissa area, issued by the National Weather Service. This moderate-severity alert is expected to remain in effect until this evening. Residents should be aware that the combination of high temperatures and humidity will create dangerous heat index values throughout the day.

Current Conditions and Today's Outlook

It is currently Monday morning in Melissa. The air temperature is 79F, but it feels like 82F due to the high moisture content. Relative humidity stands at 79%, with a dew point of 72F, indicating quite humid conditions. The sky is clear, and winds are blowing from the south at 6 mph, with gusts reaching 14 mph.

Today will be sunny with a high near 99F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 1%. Due to the humidity, heat index values are expected to reach as high as 104F.

Winds will shift to the south, ranging from 5 to 15 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 25 mph. Tonight, the sky will remain clear. Lows will hover around 78F, though temperatures may rise to around 80F overnight.

South winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph. Heat index values tonight could reach 101F.

Tomorrow's Forecast and Safety

Tomorrow will follow a similar pattern, featuring sunny skies and a high near 99F. The chance of rain remains at 1%. Heat index values are projected to climb as high as 107F, making it even more critical to take precautions.

South winds will blow at 10 to 15 mph. Tonight, conditions will be clear with a low near 77F, rising to 79F overnight. Winds will be from the south-southeast at 5 to 15 mph.

Given the sustained high heat indices and humidity, it is essential to stay hydrated and limit outdoor exertion during the hottest parts of the day. Check on elderly neighbors or those without air conditioning, as the lingering warmth overnight can pose additional risks. Stay informed and take necessary precautions to ensure safety during this heat event.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

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Arlen Iverson

Arlen Iverson covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Melissa.

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