*As of Jul 23, 4 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for McKinney, Texas, signaling dangerous heat conditions for the area. The National Weather Service has issued this moderate severity alert due to the combination of high temperatures and humidity. Right now, the air temperature stands at 93F, but the heat index makes it feel like 103F.
The atmosphere is holding significant moisture, with a dew point of 73F and relative humidity at 53%. Winds are blowing from the east at 13 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph, while the sky remains mostly clear.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today will be sunny with a high near 98F. The heat index is expected to climb as high as 107F. East winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts potentially hitting 25 mph.
There is no chance of precipitation today. Tonight, skies will clear to mostly clear with a low around 79F. The heat index will remain elevated, reaching up to 105F.
Winds will shift to east southeast at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Tomorrow, the region will see partly sunny skies. The high will be near 97F, though temperatures may drop to around 95F in the afternoon. The heat index will stay high at 105F.
Winds will turn south southeast at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 2%. Overnight, skies will become partly cloudy with a low around 80F, and temperatures may rise slightly to around 82F during the night.
