*As of Sep 23, 2 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alert Status
Residents of Plano, TX are currently under an active Air Quality Alert issued by the National Weather Service. This advisory remains in effect as the region experiences warm and clear conditions this afternoon. The current air temperature stands at 91F, with a feels-like temperature of 94F due to humidity levels at 44% and a dew point of 66F.
Winds are light from the east at 5 mph, with gusts reaching up to 9 mph under a clear sky.
Forecast for Today and Tonight
The National Weather Service forecasts mostly sunny skies for today, with a high near 96F. Temperatures are expected to fall slightly to around 94F in the afternoon. The heat index is projected to reach as high as 100, indicating significant heat stress potential. There is only a 1% chance of precipitation.
Tonight, conditions will shift to mostly cloudy skies with a low near 74F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 76F overnight. The heat index could remain elevated at values as high as 98. Winds will continue from the east at around 10 mph, with gusts increasing to as high as 20 mph.
