*As of Jul 8, 4 PM local time.*
Intense Heat Persists in Plano
Plano is currently experiencing a significant heat event, with the air temperature sitting at 99F and a feels-like temperature of 99F this afternoon. The relative humidity is at 32%, with a dew point of 64F. Winds are blowing from the south at 11 mph, with gusts reaching 13 mph, under partly cloudy skies.
Today, the National Weather Service forecasts a high near 100F. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 105F, making it feel even hotter than the actual air temperature. South winds will remain around 10 mph. There is only a 4% chance of precipitation, and the sky will be sunny. Temperatures will drop to a low near 82F tonight.
Forecast for Tonight and Tomorrow
Tonight, conditions will become mostly clear. The low will be around 82F, but temperatures may rise to around 84F during the overnight hours. The heat index could still reach 103F. South winds will continue around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tomorrow, the heat will intensify slightly with a high near 101F. The heat index is forecast to hit 105F again. Skies will remain sunny with a 0% chance of precipitation. Winds will shift to the south southwest, blowing between 10 to 15 mph. Temperatures will fall to a low near 81F tomorrow night, with the heat index reaching 102F. Winds will remain south at 10 to 15 mph, and temperatures may rise to around 83F overnight.
