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McKinney Heat Index Hits 98F; Humid Conditions Persist - Jul 17, 12 PM

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McKinney residents face oppressive heat and humidity this afternoon with a feels-like temperature of 98F. Conditions remain hot through tomorrow with highs near 96F.

Cody Esparza

July 17, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 17, 12 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Heat Index

McKinney is experiencing a notably hot and humid afternoon. The air temperature currently stands at 88F, but the combination of heat and moisture pushes the feels-like temperature to 98F. Relative humidity is at 66%, with a dew point of 75F indicating significant moisture in the air.

Winds are blowing from the south at 13 mph, with gusts reaching 18 mph. The sky is mostly cloudy, offering little relief from the sun.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today, the high will reach near 92F. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values as high as 99. Skies will be partly sunny, and there is an 8% chance of precipitation.

South winds will range from 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Temperatures will drop to a low near 75F tonight. Overnight, skies will be mostly cloudy, and temperatures may rise slightly to around 77F.

The heat index will remain high, reaching up to 98F. Winds will decrease to 5 to 15 mph from the south.

Tomorrow, conditions will remain hot. The high will climb to near 96F, with heat index values peaking at 100F. Skies will be mostly sunny, and the chance of precipitation is minimal at 3%.

South winds will be lighter, ranging from 5 to 10 mph. Temperatures will fall to a low near 77F. Overnight, skies will clear to mostly clear, with temperatures rising to around 79F.

The heat index will stay high at 100F, with south winds continuing at 5 to 10 mph.

Safety Reminder

With feels-like temperatures reaching 98F today and heat indices hitting 100F tomorrow, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing and seek air-conditioned environments when possible. Check on neighbors, especially the elderly and those without reliable cooling, to ensure their safety during these oppressive 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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