*As of Aug 18, 5 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
Plano, TX is currently under an active Extreme Heat Warning issued by the National Weather Service. This severe alert remains in effect until August 19 at 8:00PM CDT, signaling a period of dangerously high temperatures that pose significant health risks to the community.
Current conditions reflect the intensity of this heat event. The air temperature stands at 104F, while the feels-like temperature is recorded at 103F due to humidity levels. Relative humidity is at 20%, with a dew point of 55F. Winds are blowing from the south at 7 mph, with gusts reaching up to 15 mph. The sky remains clear, allowing for unobstructed solar heating.
Forecast and Safety Guidance
According to the National Weather Service in Fort Worth, today will be sunny with a high near 105F. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 107F. South winds will persist around 10 mph. Tonight, conditions will become mostly clear with a low around 83F. Temperatures may rise slightly overnight to around 86F, keeping heat indices as high as 106F.
Tomorrow brings similar intensity. The forecast calls for mostly sunny skies with a high near 105F. Heat index values could climb to 108F under southwest winds of around 10 mph. Tomorrow night will be mostly clear with a low around 83F, though temperatures may rise to about 85F overnight, maintaining heat indices up to 106F.
