*As of Jul 16, 12 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Humidity
The air in Plano is currently quite heavy with moisture. As of this Thursday afternoon, the air temperature stands at 84F, but the heat index makes it feel like 91F. This discrepancy is driven by a relative humidity of 70% and a dew point of 73F, indicating significant atmospheric saturation.
Winds are blowing from the south at 11 mph, with gusts reaching up to 17 mph. The sky remains mostly cloudy, limiting direct sunlight but trapping heat near the surface.
Today and Tonight Forecast
The National Weather Service indicates a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1pm today, followed by a continued chance of showers and thunderstorms later in the day. Temperatures will peak near 90F before dropping to a low near 75F tonight. Overnight, conditions remain mostly cloudy with a low around 75, though temperatures may rise slightly to around 77F during the night hours.
Winds will shift to a south direction at 5 to 10 mph. There is a 40% chance of precipitation, with new rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Residents should be prepared for potential brief disruptions from thunderstorms.
