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5-day forecast / Melissa, TX

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Melissa Weather: Clear Skies and Dry Air Amid Active Air Quality Alert - Oct 23, 2 PM

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Melissa residents face dry, sunny conditions with low humidity today. An active Air Quality Alert is in effect. Temperatures will remain mild, with no rain expected through tomorrow.

Arlen Iverson· AI-assisted, edited by Jake Team

October 23, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Oct 23, 2 PM local time.*

Dry Conditions and Active Alert

An active Air Quality Alert is currently in effect for the Melissa area, issued by the National Weather Service. While the sky remains clear and the air feels comfortable, the alert warrants attention for those sensitive to atmospheric conditions. Current observations show an air temperature of 79 degrees Fahrenheit, with a feels-like temperature of 78 degrees.

The relative humidity is notably low at 30 percent, and the dew point sits at 45 degrees, indicating very dry air. Winds are blowing from the southeast at 6 miles per hour, with gusts reaching 12 miles per hour.

Today and Tonight Outlook

The day will remain sunny with a high near 82 degrees Fahrenheit. There is no chance of precipitation, and the southeast wind is expected to average around 10 miles per hour. As evening approaches, conditions will stay mostly clear.

Temperatures will drop to a low near 57 degrees Fahrenheit, though they are forecast to rise slightly to around 59 degrees overnight. Winds will ease to about 5 miles per hour from the east-southeast direction.

Tomorrow's Forecast

Tomorrow will follow a similar pattern, featuring sunny skies and a high near 83 degrees Fahrenheit. The chance of precipitation remains at zero percent. Southeast winds will range between 5 and 10 miles per hour.

As the day ends, partly cloudy skies are expected, with temperatures falling to a low near 59 degrees before rising to around 61 degrees overnight. Winds will continue to blow from the southeast at approximately 5 miles per hour.

Safety Reminder

Given the low humidity and dry air, it is advisable to stay hydrated and monitor any respiratory sensitivities related to the active air quality alert. Keep an eye on official updates for any changes in conditions.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

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Arlen Iverson· AI-assisted, edited by Jake Team

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

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