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5-day forecast / Plano, TX

SaturdayMostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms99° / 78° 12%
SundayMostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms97° / 78° 28%
MondayMostly Sunny97° / 78° 11%
TuesdayMostly Sunny98° / 79° 11%
WednesdaySunny97° / 80° 4%

Plano Weather: Oppressive Humidity and Heat Index Near 104 Today

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Plano faces oppressive humidity with a dew point of 81F and a heat index reaching 104F today. Sunny skies give way to a slight chance of storms late in the day.

Lena Zimmer

July 4, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Current Conditions and Notable Humidity

Residents in Plano are currently experiencing oppressively humid conditions this Saturday morning. The air temperature stands at 82F, but the high moisture content makes it feel significantly hotter, with a feels-like temperature of 94F. The relative humidity is at 94%, and the dew point is 81F, indicating a heavy, muggy atmosphere that clings to the skin. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph, while the sky remains clear overhead.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Today, the sun will dominate the sky, leading to a high near 99F. However, the heat will be intensified by the humidity, with heat index values climbing as high as 104F. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms developing after 4pm. As the day transitions into tonight, the sky will become mostly clear. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible before 7pm. Temperatures will drop to a low around 78F, though they may rise to around 80F later in the night. Heat index values will remain elevated at around 101F. Winds will shift to the south southeast, blowing between 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow Outlook

Tomorrow, the weather will remain mostly sunny with a high near 97F. The humidity will persist, keeping heat index values high at around 101F. There is a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm, with a precipitation chance of 30%. Overnight, conditions will turn partly cloudy with a low around 78F. A chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible before 1am. Winds will be from the southeast at around 5 mph.

Safety Reminder

Given the high heat index values and oppressive humidity, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit prolonged outdoor exertion, especially during the midday hours. Check on elderly neighbors and ensure pets have access to cool, shaded areas. While there are no active weather alerts, the combination of heat and humidity poses health risks that require caution.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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Lena Zimmer

Lena Zimmer covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Plano.

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