*As of Sep 12, 2 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions
A Heat Advisory is currently active for the McKinney area, signaling dangerous heat conditions that require caution. It is currently Saturday this afternoon, and the air temperature stands at 97F. However, the combination of heat and humidity creates a feels-like temperature of 110F, which poses significant risks to health.
The relative humidity is at 50%, with a dew point of 75F, contributing to the oppressive atmosphere. The sky is clear, and winds are blowing from the south southeast at 14 mph, with gusts recorded at 12 mph. These conditions make the heat feel more intense than the actual air temperature suggests.
Forecast Outlook
For the remainder of today, sunny skies are expected with a high near 102F. Temperatures are forecast to fall to around 100F in the afternoon, while heat index values may reach as high as 110F. The chance of precipitation is low at 6%.
Tonight, the sky will remain mostly clear, with lows around 79F. Interestingly, temperatures are expected to rise to around 81F overnight, and heat index values could reach 107F. Winds will shift to 5 to 10 mph from the south southeast.
Tomorrow will follow a similar pattern, with sunny skies and a high near 102F. Temperatures will again fall to around 100F in the afternoon, with heat index values peaking at 107F. The chance of rain is slightly higher at 8%, but still unlikely.
Winds will be from the south at 5 to 10 mph. Tonight, clear skies are expected with lows around 79F, rising to 81F overnight, and heat index values reaching 104F.
