*As of Sep 8, 2 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alert Status
Plano, Texas, is currently experiencing intense heat under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service. The advisory carries a moderate severity rating with expected urgency, signaling that dangerous conditions are imminent rather than merely possible. As of this afternoon, the air temperature stands at 95F, but the combination of humidity and wind results in a feels-like temperature of 97F.
Relative humidity is at 37%, with a dew point of 64F. Winds are blowing from the south-southeast at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 11 mph. The sky remains partly cloudy as the day progresses.
Today and Tonight Forecast
The National Weather Service forecasts mostly sunny skies for today, with a high near 102F. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 106 during the peak afternoon hours. South-southeast winds will persist around 10 mph. There is only an 11% chance of precipitation, indicating dry conditions will dominate.
Tonight, skies will clear to mostly clear, allowing temperatures to drop to a low near 81F. However, heat will linger overnight, with temperatures rising to around 83F later in the night. The heat index may still reach 104 as winds ease to 5 to 10 mph from the south-southeast. Residents should not assume relief comes immediately after sunset.
