*As of Aug 7, 8 AM local time.*
Humid start under clear skies
McKinney is starting Friday this morning with humidity as the standout weather feature. The dew point is 73F and relative humidity is 74%, making the air feel noticeably heavy even under a clear sky.
The current air temperature is 82F, but it feels like 88F. Wind is at 5 mph, with gusts reaching 17 mph. With the sky clear and moisture levels high, the heat will feel more uncomfortable as temperatures climb.
Today, tonight and tomorrow
Today will stay sunny, with a high near 99F and a low near 78F. The chance of precipitation is 3%. Heat index values may reach as high as 101, and south wind is expected at 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight will be mostly clear, with a low around 78F. Heat index values may reach as high as 102. Wind will come from the south southeast at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow is also expected to be sunny, with a high near 99F and a low near 77F. The chance of precipitation is 13%. Heat index values may reach as high as 104, with south wind at 5 to 10 mph.
