*As of Aug 10, 9 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Index
It is currently Monday this morning in Plano, TX, where the air temperature stands at 81°F. However, the heavy moisture in the atmosphere makes it feel significantly warmer, with a feels-like temperature of 87°F. The relative humidity is sitting at 89%, and the dew point is recorded at 77°F, indicating very humid conditions.
Winds are currently light at 5 mph, though gusts have reached up to 17 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.
Today and Tonight Forecast
The National Weather Service forecasts a sunny day today with a high near 100°F. The heat index is expected to climb as high as 104°F during the afternoon hours. South winds will pick up slightly, blowing between 5 to 10 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 20 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 1%.
As evening approaches, skies will remain clear tonight. Temperatures will drop to a low near 81°F, but the heat will linger, with temperatures rising to around 83°F overnight. The heat index will stay elevated, reaching up to 102°F. Winds will shift to a south direction at around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
