*As of Sep 16, 2 PM local time.*
Immediate Conditions and Alert Status
Plano residents are currently navigating intense heat under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service. The advisory carries a moderate severity rating and is expected to remain in effect until this evening. Right now, the air temperature stands at 97F, but the combination of humidity and wind creates a feels-like temperature of 98F.
Relative humidity is at 33%, with a dew point of 63F. Winds are blowing from the south southeast at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 17 mph against a partly cloudy sky.
Today and Tonight Forecast
The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies for today, with a high near 101F. Temperatures are expected to fall slightly to around 99F in the afternoon. The heat index will reach as high as 104 during these peak hours. South southeast winds will continue around 10 mph. There is only a 4% chance of precipitation.
As evening approaches, skies will become mostly clear for tonight. Temperatures will drop to a low near 80F, though they may rise slightly to around 82F overnight. The heat index remains elevated at up to 102. Winds will ease to between 5 and 10 mph from the south southeast.
Tomorrow Outlook
Tomorrow brings mostly sunny conditions with a high near 100F. Afternoon temperatures may dip to around 98F, but the heat index is forecast to climb as high as 106. South southeast winds will persist at 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation increases slightly to 12%.
