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Plano Heat Advisory in Effect as Temperatures Climb to 102F - Jul 28, 4 PM

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A Heat Advisory is active for Plano, TX, with highs near 102F and heat index values reaching 110F. Residents are urged to stay cool and hydrated during this moderate severity event.

Lena Zimmer

July 28, 20262 min read

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*As of Jul 28, 4 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Alert Status

A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Plano, Texas, signaling moderate severity heat risks with expected urgency. The National Weather Service has issued this advisory to alert residents to the dangerous heat conditions developing across the area. As of this afternoon, the air temperature stands at 99F, with a feels-like temperature of 99F.

The relative humidity is at 35%, and the dew point is recorded at 66F. Winds are blowing from the south at 8 mph, with gusts reaching up to 11 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today, the sun will dominate the sky, bringing a high near 102F. The National Weather Service indicates that heat index values will climb as high as 110F. South winds will hover around 10 mph. There is a 0% chance of precipitation, ensuring dry and intensely hot conditions throughout the day. The low tonight is expected to be near 82F.

Overnight, the sky will become mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low around 82F, though they may rise slightly to around 84F during the night. Heat index values will remain elevated, reaching as high as 109F.

South winds will persist at 5 to 10 mph. Tomorrow, the weather will remain mostly sunny with a high near 102F. Heat index values are forecast to hit 110F again.

Winds will shift to the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 1%. Temperatures will settle near 82F for the overnight low, with heat index values peaking at 108F.

Safety Reminders

Given the active Heat Advisory and the extreme 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 midday hours when the sun is strongest.

Seek air-conditioned environments whenever possible. Check on elderly neighbors and those who may be vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. Never leave people or pets in parked vehicles, as temperatures inside can rise rapidly to life-threatening levels.

Monitor local weather updates for any changes to the advisory status.

Latest National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS radar). Source: radar.weather.gov.

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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