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5-day forecast / Plano, TX

TuesdaySunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms99° / 77° 25%
WednesdayMostly Sunny98° / 79° 11%
ThursdaySunny98° / 78°
FridaySunny99° / 82°
SaturdaySunny97° / 81° 4%

Plano Weather: Oppressive Humidity and Heat Ahead - Jul 7, 8 AM

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Plano faces oppressive humidity with a dew point of 79F today. Highs near 99F bring heat index values up to 103. A chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible this afternoon.

Lena Zimmer

July 7, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 7, 8 AM local time.*

Current Conditions and Humidity

Plano residents are currently experiencing oppressively humid conditions this morning. The air temperature stands at 79F, but the heat index makes it feel like 83F. Relative humidity is at 100%, with a dew point of 79F, creating a muggy atmosphere. Winds are light at 6 mph with gusts up to 8 mph, and the sky remains clear.

Today's Forecast

Temperatures will rise significantly throughout the day, with a high near 99F. However, the heat index will reach as high as 103, making it feel even hotter than the actual air temperature. The sky will be sunny initially, but there is a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. The chance of precipitation is 30%, with new rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Winds will shift to south southwest around 5 mph. Temperatures may fall to around 97F in the afternoon despite the high.

Tonight and Tomorrow

Tonight, the chance of showers and thunderstorms continues before 10pm. The sky will become mostly clear, with a low around 77F. Temperatures may rise to around 79F overnight. The heat index will remain high at 100. Winds will be south southeast around 5 mph. The chance of precipitation is 30%, with less than a tenth of an inch of rain possible.

Tomorrow, the weather will be mostly sunny with a high near 98F. The heat index will reach 102. Winds will be south at 5 to 10 mph. There is a slight chance of precipitation at 11%. Temperatures will drop to a low near 79F tomorrow night, with skies becoming mostly clear. The heat index will be around 100, with winds south around 10 mph.

Safety Reminder

Given the high heat index values, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit outdoor exertion during the hottest parts of the day. Check on neighbors and vulnerable individuals to ensure their safety in the heat.

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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