*As of Aug 18, 11 AM local time.*
Severe Heat Alert Active
Plano, TX is currently under an active Extreme Heat Warning, classified as severe in intensity. This alert remains in effect until the evening hours of August 18. Additionally, a Heat Advisory with moderate severity is also in place for the area.
Current conditions reflect the intensity of this heat event. The air temperature stands at 90F, but the feels-like temperature is already at 91F due to humidity levels sitting at 43%. The dew point is recorded at 64F with a clear sky overhead. Winds are light, blowing at 3 mph with gusts reaching up to 13 mph.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
The National Weather Service forecasts a dangerously hot day today. Expect sunny skies with a high near 106F. The heat index values are expected to reach as high as 106F. Southwest winds will range from 5 to 10 mph. There is only a 1% chance of precipitation.
Tonight, conditions will remain mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low near 83F, though they may rise slightly to around 85F overnight. The heat index will remain elevated, with values as high as 104F. South winds will pick up slightly to around 10 mph.
Tomorrow brings no relief from the heat. Sunny skies will persist with a high near 105F. Heat index values are again projected to hit 106F. South southwest winds will continue at around 10 mph. The chance of rain remains negligible at 1%.
