*As of Jul 8, 12 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Index
It is currently Wednesday this afternoon in Allen, TX, and the heat is already intense. The air temperature stands at 91F, but the combination of heat and humidity pushes the feels-like temperature to 99F. Relative humidity is at 53%, with a dew point of 72F, creating a muggy atmosphere that makes the heat feel more oppressive.
Winds are light, blowing from the south southwest at 6 mph with gusts reaching 9 mph. The sky remains clear overhead, offering no relief from the sun’s intensity.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
The National Weather Service indicates that today will remain hot and sunny, with a high near 98F. While the morning will be dry, there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms developing after 4pm. The chance of precipitation is listed at 18% for the day, with the official forecast noting a 20% chance during that late afternoon window.
Heat index values are expected to climb as high as 103F during the peak heat hours. Winds will shift slightly, remaining in the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight, conditions will stay warm with a low near 79F. Temperatures may rise to around 81F overnight. The slight chance for showers and thunderstorms continues before 7pm, with a 20% chance of precipitation.
Skies will become mostly clear after that. Winds will pick up slightly from the south around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Heat index values will remain elevated, reaching up to 100F.
