*As of Sep 22, 2 PM local time.*
Heat and Air Quality Concerns
An active Air Quality Alert is currently in effect for the Melissa area, issued by the National Weather Service. This alert highlights potential concerns regarding air quality that residents should monitor. Simultaneously, the region is experiencing significant heat.
Current conditions show an air temperature of 93F, with a feels-like temperature of 98F. The relative humidity stands at 44%, and the dew point is 68F. Winds are blowing at 13 mph, though gusts are recorded at 10 mph.
The sky remains clear, allowing direct sunlight to intensify the thermal load on the local environment.
Today and Tonight Outlook
For the remainder of today, the forecast indicates sunny skies with a high near 92F. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 97F, reinforcing the sensation of extreme warmth. North northeast winds will remain around 10 mph.
Tonight, conditions will shift to mostly clear skies, with temperatures dropping to a low around 72F. Northeast winds will moderate to between 5 and 10 mph. The low chance of precipitation, at just 2%, suggests that dry conditions will persist through the evening hours.
