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McKinney Heat Persists: Highs Near 97F With Humid Conditions - Jul 4, 12 PM

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McKinney residents face another day of intense heat with temperatures near 97F and a feels-like reading of 97F. Humidity remains high with a dew point of 70F.

Cody Esparza

July 4, 20262 min read

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

As of Jul 4, 12 PM local time.

Current Conditions and Heat Index

McKinney, TX is experiencing very hot conditions this Saturday afternoon. The air temperature is currently 91F, but the heat index makes it feel like 97F. Relative humidity stands at 49%, with a dew point of 70F, indicating quite humid air that contributes to the muggy atmosphere.

Winds are light, blowing from the south southwest at 5 mph with gusts reaching 6 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.

Forecast for Today and Tonight

Today, highs will reach near 97F, with heat index values climbing as high as 104. The day begins sunny, but there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. Overnight, conditions will become mostly clear with a low around 77F.

Temperatures may rise slightly to around 79F during the night. Heat index values will remain elevated, reaching up to 102. Winds will shift to the southeast, increasing to 5 to 10 mph.

There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm.

Tomorrow's Outlook

Tomorrow, McKinney will see similar temperatures, with a high near 97F. The sky will be mostly sunny, but there is a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. The heat index is expected to peak around 101.

Winds will remain light from the south southwest at around 5 mph. The chance of precipitation is listed at 30%. Overnight, conditions will turn partly cloudy with a low around 76F.

Heat index values may reach 100, with winds from the east southeast at 5 mph. There is a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am.

Safety Reminders

Given the high temperatures and humidity, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on neighbors, especially the elderly or those without air conditioning. Be aware of the slight to chance for showers and thunderstorms in the late afternoon and evening, which may bring brief heavy rain or lightning.

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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