As of Jul 5, 4 PM local time.
Active Alerts and Current Conditions
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is currently in effect for Plano, Texas. This alert, issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth, remains active until 10:00PM CDT today. The watch indicates an environment favorable for the development of severe thunderstorms, which can produce damaging winds and large hail.
Right now, the air temperature in Plano stands at 88F, but the oppressive humidity makes it feel significantly hotter. The heat index is currently at 98F. The relative humidity is at 66%, with a dew point of 75F, creating a muggy atmosphere. Winds are blowing from the east at 7 mph, with gusts reaching up to 14 mph. The sky is mostly cloudy, limiting direct sunlight but trapping heat.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, the high will reach near 100F. The National Weather Service forecasts a high heat index of 105 during the peak afternoon hours. There is a 42% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Rainfall amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch are possible. Winds will shift to the east around 5 mph.
Tonight, the low will drop to near 77F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 79F overnight. The heat index will remain high at 102. There is a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am, followed by mostly cloudy skies. The chance of precipitation remains at 40%, with similar rainfall totals possible. Winds will continue from the east southeast at around 5 mph.
Tomorrow, conditions will begin to clear. The sky will be mostly sunny with a high near 98F. The heat index will be around 102. The chance of precipitation drops significantly to 11%, with less than a tenth of an inch of rain possible. Winds will be light, from the east at 0 to 5 mph.
