*As of Jul 31, 4 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions
Plano, Texas, is currently under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. This moderate-severity alert remains in effect until this evening, signaling dangerous heat conditions for residents. As of Friday afternoon, the air temperature stands at 102F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 105F.
The relative humidity is at 28%, with a dew point of 63F. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at around 10 mph, with gusts reaching up to 21 mph against a clear sky.
The National Weather Service forecasts heat index values as high as 111 today. The day is expected to be sunny with a high near 104F. Overnight, skies will transition to partly cloudy conditions.
Temperatures will drop to a low around 83F, though they may rise slightly to around 85F during the night. Heat index values will remain elevated at up to 108F. Winds will shift to the southwest at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow's Forecast and Safety
Looking ahead to tomorrow, conditions will begin to cool slightly but remain hot. The forecast calls for mostly sunny skies with a high near 98F. Heat index values are expected to peak around 98F.
Winds will turn to the north northeast at around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 6%. Overnight tomorrow, skies will clear up, leading to a low around 75F, with temperatures potentially rising to 77F overnight.
