*As of Jul 28, 12 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
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 to warn residents of the potential for heat-related illnesses. As of this afternoon, the air temperature stands at 93F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel significantly hotter, with a feels-like temperature of 101F.
The relative humidity is at 50%, and the dew point is recorded at 72F, indicating quite humid conditions that contribute to the elevated heat index.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, the sky is clear and sunny, with a high near 102F. The National Weather Service reports that heat index values could reach as high as 109F. Winds will be from the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight, conditions will remain mostly clear with a low around 81F. Temperatures may rise to around 83F overnight, with heat index values as high as 107F. Winds will shift to the south at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow, the weather will continue to be sunny with a high near 101F. Heat index values are expected to reach 108F. Winds will remain from the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow night, skies will be mostly clear with a low around 81F, and temperatures may rise to around 83F overnight. Heat index values will be as high as 106F, with winds from the south southeast at 5 to 10 mph.
