As of Jul 4, 4 PM local time.
Dangerous Heat and Humidity
Allen is currently under the influence of dangerous heat conditions this Saturday afternoon. The air temperature stands at 97F, but the heat index makes it feel like 105F. This significant discrepancy is driven by substantial moisture in the air, with the dew point sitting at 72F and relative humidity at 44%.
The sky remains clear, and winds are blowing from the south at 8 mph, with gusts reaching up to 10 mph.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Temperatures will remain dangerously high through the rest of the day. The high near 98F is expected, with heat index values climbing as high as 105. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms developing after 4pm. Winds will shift to the south around 5 mph.
Tonight, conditions will remain warm and humid. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible before 7pm. The sky will be partly cloudy with a low around 80F. Temperatures may rise to around 82F overnight. Heat index values could reach 104, with south southeast winds between 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow, the heat will intensify further. The high will near 100F, with heat index values again reaching 105. The sky will be mostly sunny initially, but a chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected after 4pm. The chance of precipitation is 27%, with new rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Winds will shift to the southwest around 5 mph.
