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TuesdaySunny102° / 80°
WednesdaySunny101° / 81° 1%
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SaturdaySunny100° / 76° 7%

McKinney Heat Index Climbs to 101 as Humidity Persists - Jun 30, 8 AM

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McKinney, TX, faces a humid start with a 79F high and 84% humidity. Today brings sunny skies and a heat index near 100, with no severe weather alerts in effect.

Cody Esparza

June 30, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

As of Jun 30, 8 AM local time.

Current Conditions and Humidity

McKinney, TX, is experiencing a notably humid start to the day. As of this Tuesday morning, the air temperature stands at 79F, but the combination of moisture in the air makes it feel like 82F. The relative humidity is currently at 84%, with a dew point of 73F, indicating a muggy atmosphere that is likely to persist.

Winds are blowing from the south at 12 mph, with gusts reaching up to 22 mph. The sky remains mostly cloudy at this hour, but conditions are expected to shift rapidly as the day progresses.

Today and Tonight Forecast

The National Weather Service forecasts a sunny day ahead for McKinney. Temperatures will rise to a high near 96F tonight, with a low around 78F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 1%.

However, the heat index will be a significant factor, reaching values as high as 100 during the day. South winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

As evening falls, skies will clear. Temperatures will drop to a low around 78, though they may rise slightly to around 80 overnight. The heat index will remain elevated, with values as high as 99.

Winds will shift to south southeast, maintaining speeds of 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. Residents should be aware that the humidity will keep the heat index high even after the sun sets.

Tomorrow Outlook and Safety

Tomorrow, McKinney will see sunny skies with a high near 97F and a low near 78F. There is no chance of precipitation, with the probability at 0%. The heat index is expected to climb even higher, reaching values as high as 101. Winds will decrease slightly to south at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph.

There are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts for this area. Despite the lack of severe weather warnings, the extreme heat and humidity pose health risks. It is crucial to stay hydrated and limit outdoor exertion during the hottest parts of the day.

Check on neighbors, especially the elderly, who may be more vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. Keep living spaces cool and avoid direct sun exposure when possible.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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Cody Esparza

Cody Esparza covers McKinney city hall, the council, and county government.

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