*As of Sep 11, 2 PM local time.*
Current Heat Index Concerns
Dangerous heat is currently gripping Plano, Texas, as the afternoon sun pushes thermal discomfort to hazardous levels. The air temperature stands at 95F, but the combination of heat and humidity creates a feels-like reading of 100F. Relative humidity is at 42%, with a dew point of 68F.
Winds are light from the south southwest at 3 mph, with gusts reaching up to 8 mph. The sky remains mostly cloudy overhead.
Forecast for Today and Tonight
Conditions will shift slightly as the day progresses. The National Weather Service forecasts a high near 97F today under mostly sunny skies. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 102 during the peak afternoon hours. Winds will remain light, shifting to a south southwest direction at around 5 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 12%.
As evening approaches, skies will clear to become mostly clear tonight. Temperatures will drop to a low near 80F. Despite the cooling trend, heat index values may still reach up to 101. Winds will pick up slightly from the south, blowing between 5 to 10 mph. Residents should remain cautious of residual heat in the evening hours.
Tomorrow’s Intensifying Heat
The heat will intensify significantly by tomorrow. The forecast calls for sunny skies with a high near 101F. This marks a notable increase in thermal stress, with heat index values soaring as high as 106. Winds will continue from the south at around 10 mph. The chance of rain is negligible at just 1%.
