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5-day forecast / Plano, TX

FridayMostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms98° / 80° 26%
SaturdaySunny101° / 80° 4%
SundaySunny100° / 79° 2%
MondaySunny100° / 80° 1%
TuesdaySunny100° / 79° 2%

Plano Faces Air Quality Alert Amidst Sweltering Heat - Aug 29, 2 PM

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An active Air Quality Alert is in effect for Plano, TX, as temperatures soar to 103F with heat indices reaching 104F today.

Lena Zimmer

August 29, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Aug 29, 2 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Active Alerts

Residents of Plano, Texas, are currently under an active Air Quality Alert issued by the National Weather Service. This alert remains in effect while the region experiences intense heat. As of this Saturday afternoon, the air temperature stands at 95F, with a feels-like temperature of 96F due to humidity levels sitting at 34%.

The dew point is recorded at 63F. Winds are blowing from the south-southeast at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 10 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

The heat will persist through the weekend. Today is expected to be sunny with a high near 103F. Heat index values could climb as high as 104F.

Overnight tonight, conditions will become mostly clear with a low around 81F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 83F during the night hours. The heat index is forecast to reach up to 102F, with south winds continuing at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow will bring similar conditions, remaining sunny with a high near 102F. Heat index values are expected to peak at 103F. Winds will shift to the south, maintaining speeds of 5 to 10 mph but with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Temperatures will drop to a low of around 81F tomorrow night, rising again to approximately 83F overnight. The heat index will remain elevated at up to 100F during the night hours.

Safety Reminders

Given the extreme heat and active air quality alert, it is crucial to take precautions. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day. Limit outdoor exertion, especially during the midday hours when temperatures are highest.

Check on elderly neighbors or those who may be vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. Ensure that vehicles have adequate cooling systems and do not leave people or pets in parked cars. Monitor local news for updates on the air quality alert status.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

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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