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TuesdaySunny102° / 81°
WednesdaySunny101° / 82° 1%
ThursdayMostly Sunny101° / 82° 2%
FridayMostly Sunny102° / 82° 6%
SaturdaySunny100° / 77° 8%

Allen Heat Wave Continues: Highs Near 100F Expected - Jul 8, 8 PM

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Allen residents face another day of intense heat with temperatures near 100F and heat index values reaching 104F. Clear skies and low humidity dominate the forecast.

Zane Lowery

July 9, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Jul 8, 8 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Heat Index

Allen is experiencing a significant heat event this evening. The current air temperature stands at 93F, but the combination of heat and humidity pushes the feels-like temperature to 98F. Relative humidity is at 44%, with a dew point of 68F. Winds are blowing from the south at 10 mph, with gusts reaching 13 mph. The sky remains clear, offering no relief from the sun's intensity.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Today, the high will reach near 100F, with a low near 82F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 12%, and skies will stay clear. As tonight approaches, conditions will remain clear with a low around 82.

Heat index values are expected to climb as high as 101. South winds will continue around 10 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 20 mph. Residents should expect the heat to linger well into the night.

Tomorrow Outlook

Tomorrow, the heat will persist with sunny skies and a high near 100F. The chance of precipitation drops to just 1%. Heat index values may reach as high as 104.

Winds will shift to south southwest at 10 to 15 mph. Tomorrow night, skies will be mostly clear with a low around 81. Heat index values will remain elevated, reaching up to 102.

South winds will blow at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

Safety Reminders

With temperatures and heat index values consistently high, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit outdoor exertion during the hottest parts of the day. Check on neighbors, especially the elderly and those without air conditioning. Ensure pets have access to cool, shaded areas and plenty of water.

Avoid leaving children or animals in parked vehicles, as interior temperatures can rise rapidly. Stay aware of signs of heat exhaustion and seek air-conditioned spaces when possible.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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Zane Lowery

Zane Lowery covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Allen.

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