*As of Jul 19, 8 AM local time.*
Oppressive Humidity and High Heat
Residents in Plano are currently dealing with oppressively humid conditions this Sunday morning. The air temperature stands at 81F, but the heat index makes it feel like 87F. Relative humidity is sitting at 89%, with a dew point of 77F contributing to the heavy, muggy atmosphere. Winds are light at 6 mph with gusts up to 15 mph, and the sky remains clear.
Forecast for Today and Tonight
Temperatures will climb significantly throughout the day. The high near 98F is expected, with heat index values reaching as high as 104. The National Weather Service indicates a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. The chance of precipitation is listed at 20%. South southwest winds will continue at 5 to 10 mph.
As evening approaches, the slight chance of showers and thunderstorms persists before 7pm. Skies will become mostly clear overnight. Lows will settle near 80F, with temperatures rising to around 82F later in the night. Heat index values will remain elevated at up to 101. Winds will stay in the 5 to 10 mph range from the south southwest.
Tomorrow Outlook
Conditions will remain hot and dry tomorrow. The forecast calls for sunny skies with a high near 101F. Heat index values are projected to reach as high as 106.
Southwest winds will blow at 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation drops to just 2%. Overnight lows will be near 81F, with temperatures rising to around 83F later in the night.
