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5-day forecast / McKinney, TX

TuesdaySunny102° / 80°
WednesdaySunny101° / 81° 1%
ThursdayMostly Sunny101° / 81° 2%
FridayMostly Sunny103° / 82° 6%
SaturdaySunny100° / 76° 7%

McKinney Heat Index Hits 104 Today as Temperatures Climb Near 100 - Jul 9, 4 AM

McKinney weather, updated every four hours — local forecasts you can trust.

McKinney residents face a very hot day with highs near 100F and heat index values up to 104. Current conditions show a feels-like temperature of 87F with significant humidity.

Cody Esparza

July 9, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 9, 4 AM local time.*

Current Conditions and Heat Index

It is currently Thursday overnight in McKinney, TX, and the air remains warm and muggy. The current air temperature is 82F, but the heat index makes it feel like 87F. Relative humidity stands at 70%, with a dew point of 72F, indicating quite humid conditions that will linger into the day.

Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 10 mph, with gusts reaching up to 23 mph. The sky is clear, offering no relief from the warmth.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today, McKinney will see sunny skies with a high near 100F. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values will reach as high as 104. South southwest winds will continue around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Temperatures will drop to a low near 79F tonight. As the night progresses, the sky remains clear, but temperatures will rise to around 81F overnight. South winds will increase slightly to 10 to 15 mph, and heat index values may climb to 102.

Tomorrow, the heat continues with sunny skies and a high near 100F. Heat index values are expected to reach 103. South southwest winds will persist at 10 to 15 mph. Overnight, conditions will remain clear with a low around 77F. South winds will stay in the 10 to 15 mph range.

Safety and Alerts

There are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts for this area. However, the combination of high temperatures and humidity requires caution. Residents should stay hydrated and limit midday exertion to avoid heat-related illnesses.

Check on neighbors and vulnerable individuals who may be less able to cope with the heat. Keep vehicles parked in shade when possible, as interior temperatures can rise rapidly. Monitor local updates for any changes in conditions.

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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