*As of Jul 16, 4 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Humidity
It is currently Thursday this afternoon in McKinney, TX, where the air feels noticeably heavy. The current air temperature stands at 82F, but the heat index makes it feel like 88F. This disparity is driven by significant moisture in the atmosphere, with the relative humidity at 74% and a dew point of 73F.
These levels indicate quite humid conditions that can make the air feel thick and oppressive.
Wind conditions are mild, with speeds recorded at 8 mph and gusts reaching up to 14 mph. The sky is currently producing light rain, contributing to the damp environment. While the rain is currently light, the atmosphere remains unstable enough to support further precipitation later in the day.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Looking ahead to the rest of today, temperatures are expected to reach a high near 89F before dropping to a low near 74F. There is a 40% chance of precipitation, with showers and thunderstorms possible. According to the National Weather Service, a chance of showers and thunderstorms is likely, particularly before 7pm tonight.
The sky will remain mostly cloudy throughout the day. Temperatures may fall to around 87F in the afternoon. South winds will pick up slightly to around 10 mph.
Any new rainfall amounts are expected to be less than a tenth of an inch.
Tonight, the chance of precipitation drops to 30%, with showers and thunderstorms possible before 7pm. The low will settle around 74F, with temperatures rising to around 76F overnight. South southeast winds will blow at 5 to 10 mph. Rainfall remains minimal, with less than a tenth of an inch possible.
