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Plano Heat Advisory in Effect as Temperatures Climb Toward 104F - Jul 20, 4 PM

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A Heat Advisory is active for Plano, TX, with current feels-like temperatures at 97F. Conditions remain sunny and hot through tomorrow, with highs nearing 104F.

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 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Alert Status

A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Plano, Texas, signaling moderate severity and expected urgency. The National Weather Service has issued this alert to warn residents of dangerously hot conditions. Right now, the air temperature stands at 97F, with a feels-like temperature also at 97F.

The relative humidity is at 31%, and the dew point is recorded at 61F. Winds are light, blowing at 3 mph with gusts reaching up to 10 mph. The sky remains mostly clear, allowing intense solar heating to continue.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today, the forecast calls for sunny skies with a high near 100F. The heat index values are expected to reach as high as 107F. South winds will hover around 5 mph.

Tonight, conditions will clear out, but the heat will linger. The low will drop to around 82F, though temperatures may rise to approximately 84F overnight. Heat index values will remain elevated at up to 105F, with south southwest winds around 5 mph.

Tomorrow, the heat will intensify further. Sunny skies will persist with a high near 104F. The heat index is projected to climb to as high as 109F.

West southwest winds will be around 5 mph. Tomorrow night, skies will clear again, with a low around 84F. Temperatures may rise to around 86F overnight, with heat index values reaching 107F.

South southeast winds will be light, ranging from 0 to 5 mph.

Safety Reminders

Given the active Heat Advisory and the extreme heat index values forecasted for the next two days, it is crucial to take precautions. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water, even if you do not feel thirsty. Limit outdoor exertion, especially during the midday hours when the sun is strongest.

Check on elderly neighbors or those who may be vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. Keep vehicles parked in the shade if possible, and never leave people or pets inside parked cars. Be aware of the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, and seek air-conditioned environments whenever possible to stay cool.

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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