*As of Sep 28, 2 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Air Quality
An active Air Quality Alert is currently in effect for the Plano area, issued by the National Weather Service. Residents should stay informed regarding air quality levels, particularly if they have respiratory sensitivities. As of this afternoon, the air temperature stands at 82 degrees Fahrenheit, though it feels like 85 degrees due to the humidity.
Relative humidity is at 58 percent, with a dew point of 66 degrees. Winds are blowing from the southeast at 9 miles per hour, with gusts also reaching 9 miles per hour. The sky is currently cloudy, creating a somewhat overcast atmosphere despite the moderate temperatures.
Today and Tonight Outlook
For the remainder of today, the weather will remain mostly sunny with a high near 91 degrees. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms developing after 4 p.m., with the overall chance of precipitation estimated at 18 to 20 percent. Heat index values may reach as high as 97 degrees, making the air feel significantly warmer than the actual temperature.
Tonight, the sky will become partly cloudy, and temperatures will drop to a low around 74 degrees. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms persists before 7 p.m., with a 20 percent chance of precipitation. Winds will shift to the southeast, ranging between 5 and 10 miles per hour.
