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Plano Heat Advisory in Effect as Temperatures Climb to 104F - Jul 20, 4 AM

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A Heat Advisory is active for Plano, TX, with highs near 101F today and 104F tomorrow. Current feels-like temperatures are 93F with high humidity.

Lena Zimmer

July 20, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 20, 4 AM local time.*

Current Conditions and Alert Status

A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Plano, Texas, with moderate severity and expected urgency. The advisory remains active until the evening of July 20. Residents are advised to take precautions against the extreme heat.

Right now, the air temperature is 86F, but the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel like 93F. The relative humidity is at 66%, with a dew point of 73F, indicating quite humid conditions. Winds are light at 5 mph, with gusts reaching up to 12 mph, and the sky is clear.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today will be sunny with a high near 101F. The National Weather Service notes that heat index values could reach as high as 108F. Southwest winds will remain around 5 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 1%.

Tonight, skies will be mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low around 81F, though they may rise to around 84F later in the night. Heat index values are expected to stay high, reaching up to 106F. South southwest winds will continue around 5 mph.

Tomorrow, the heat will intensify further. Expect sunny skies with a high near 104F. Heat index values could climb to 109F. West southwest winds will be around 5 mph. There is no chance of precipitation, at 0%.

Tomorrow night, conditions will clear out with a low around 83F. Temperatures may rise to around 85F overnight. South southwest winds will be light, between 0 to 5 mph.

Safety Reminders

Given the active Heat Advisory and the very hot conditions, it is crucial to stay cool. Hydrate frequently and limit midday exertion. Check on neighbors, especially the elderly or those without air conditioning. Never leave people or pets in parked vehicles. The high humidity combined with extreme heat increases the risk of heat-related illnesses, so please take this advisory seriously and plan your activities accordingly.

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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