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McKinney Heat Index Hits 99F; Slight Storm Chance Today - Jul 8, 12 PM

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McKinney, TX residents face a very hot Wednesday with a high near 98F and a heat index of 99F. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms exists today before clearing for tomorrow.

Cody Esparza

July 8, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 8, 12 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Heat Index

McKinney is experiencing very hot conditions this Wednesday afternoon. The air temperature stands at 91F, but the heat index makes it feel like 99F. Humidity levels are quite high, with a dew point of 72F and relative humidity at 53%. The sky remains clear, and winds are blowing from the south southwest at 6 mph, with gusts reaching up to 9 mph.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Temperatures will climb to a high near 98F today. The National Weather Service indicates a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms, with a 20% probability of precipitation. Any rainfall is expected to be minimal, with new amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Heat index values may reach as high as 104 during the day.

As evening approaches, the chance for showers and thunderstorms continues before 7pm. The sky will become mostly clear overnight, with a low around 79F. The heat index will remain elevated, with values as high as 100. Winds will shift to the south at around 10 mph.

Tomorrow Outlook

Conditions will improve significantly by tomorrow. The forecast calls for sunny skies with a high near 99F. The chance of precipitation drops to 0%, meaning no rain is expected. Heat index values will be as high as 102. Winds will increase slightly, coming from the south southwest at 10 to 15 mph.

Overnight into tomorrow night, the sky will be mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low around 78F, though they may rise to around 80F later in the night. The heat index will stay high at 100, with south winds continuing at 10 to 15 mph.

Safety Reminder

Given the high heat index values reaching up to 104 today and 102 tomorrow, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on neighbors who may be vulnerable to extreme heat. While there are no active weather alerts, the combination of high temperatures and humidity requires caution.

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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