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5-day forecast / Plano, TX

SaturdayMostly Sunny95° / 74°
SundaySlight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms94° / 76° 21%
MondaySlight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny95° / 77° 23%
TuesdayPartly Sunny96° / 77° 3%
WednesdayChance Showers And Thunderstorms90° / 73° 56%

Plano Air Quality Alert Issued as Heat Index Climbs - Sep 26, 2 PM

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An active Air Quality Alert is in effect for Plano today alongside high temperatures. Residents should monitor conditions and limit outdoor exertion during peak heat hours.

Lena Zimmer

September 26, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Sep 26, 2 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Alert Status

An Air Quality Alert is currently active for the Plano area, prompting local officials to advise caution regarding outdoor activities. This alert was issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth on September 25 at 3:50PM CDT. While the specific severity and urgency levels are listed as unknown, the advisory remains in force.

As of this afternoon on Saturday, the air temperature stands at 90F with a feels-like reading also at 90F. The relative humidity is recorded at 41%, with a dew point of 63F. Winds are blowing from the south southeast at 6 mph, with gusts reaching up to 10 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today, conditions will remain mostly sunny with a high near 95F. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 97. South southeast winds will persist at speeds between 5 to 10 mph. There is no chance of precipitation today.

Tonight, skies will transition to partly cloudy with a low around 74F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 76F during the overnight hours. Winds will continue from the south southeast at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow, the high will be near 94F, with temperatures falling to around 92F in the afternoon. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible after 7am, bringing a 21% chance of precipitation. Heat index values could climb as high as 98. South southeast winds will remain steady at 5 to 10 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch are possible.

Safety Reminders

Given the active Air Quality Alert and rising heat indices, residents are encouraged to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Monitor local air quality reports for updates on safety guidelines. Ensure that vulnerable neighbors are checked on during these warm conditions.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

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Lena Zimmer

Lena Zimmer covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Plano.

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