*As of Aug 11, 8 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alert Status
McKinney, TX, is currently under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service. This moderate-severity alert, which carries an expected urgency level, is in effect until the evening hours. The advisory highlights the dangerous combination of high temperatures and humidity that will impact the area.
Right now, the air temperature stands at 81F, but the heat index makes it feel like 85F. Humidity levels are notably high, with relative humidity at 79% and a dew point of 73F. The sky is clear, and winds are blowing from the south southwest at 11 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today will be sunny with a high near 99F. The heat index values are expected to reach as high as 106. South southwest winds will continue around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. There is only a 1% chance of precipitation.
Tonight, conditions will remain mostly clear with a low near 79F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 81F overnight. The heat index will stay elevated, reaching up to 104. South winds will persist at 10 to 15 mph.
Tomorrow is forecast to be sunny with a high near 100F. Heat index values will climb to as high as 104. South winds will range from 10 to 15 mph, with gusts potentially hitting 25 mph. The chance of precipitation drops to 0%.
