*As of Jul 15, 8 AM local time.*
Oppressive Humidity and Heat
Residents in Plano are facing an oppressively humid start to the day. Current conditions show an air temperature of 77F, but the heat index feels like 79F due to the heavy moisture in the air. The relative humidity is sitting at a stifling 94%, with a dew point of 75F.
Winds are currently calm at 0 mph, though gusts have reached up to 16 mph. The sky is partly cloudy as the day begins.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Temperatures are expected to rise significantly today, reaching a high near 91F. The sky will be mostly sunny for much of the day, but there is a 26% chance of precipitation. A chance of rain showers is possible between 1pm and 4pm, followed by a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms later in the afternoon.
South southwest winds will pick up slightly, blowing at 5 to 10 mph. Any rainfall today is expected to be minimal, with new amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight will bring a low near 74F, with temperatures rising to around 76F overnight. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10pm. The sky will be partly cloudy with south winds of 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tomorrow will be even hotter, with a high near 92F. Heat index values could reach as high as 99F. The day will start mostly sunny, but there is a slight chance of rain showers between 7am and 1pm.
