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Plano Heat Advisory in Effect as Temperatures Soar Near 100 Degrees - Jul 23, 12 PM

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A Heat Advisory is active for Plano, TX, with heat index values reaching up to 109 degrees. Residents are urged to stay cool and hydrated during the intense heat.

Lena Zimmer

July 23, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 23, 12 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 high heat index values. As of this afternoon, the air temperature stands at 82F, with a feels-like temperature of 85F.

The relative humidity is at 58%, and the dew point is recorded at 66F. Winds are blowing from the east northeast at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 16 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Today will be sunny with a high near 99F and a low near 80F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 1%. According to the National Weather Service, heat index values will climb as high as 107 today. Winds will shift to the east northeast at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

Tonight, skies will become mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low around 80F, though they may rise to around 82F overnight. Heat index values will remain elevated, reaching as high as 104. Winds will continue from the east southeast at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph.

Tomorrow Outlook

Tomorrow, the heat will persist with mostly sunny skies. The high will reach near 98F, with a low near 81F. There is no chance of precipitation, at 0%.

The heat index is expected to peak at 109, making it feel significantly hotter than the actual air temperature. Winds will shift to the south southeast at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

Tomorrow night, skies will clear to mostly clear conditions. The low will be around 81F, with temperatures rising to around 83F overnight. Heat index values will reach 105. Winds will come from the south at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph.

Safety Reminder

Given the active Heat Advisory and high heat index values, it is crucial to prioritize safety. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water, even if you do not feel thirsty. Limit outdoor exertion, especially during the hottest parts of the day. Check on elderly neighbors and those who may be vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. Keep living spaces cool and avoid direct sun exposure whenever possible.

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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