*As of Jul 11, 4 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Arrives in Allen
Allen is currently under the influence of dangerous heat conditions this Saturday afternoon. The air temperature stands at 93F, but the combination of heat and humidity creates a feels-like temperature of 101F. Relative humidity is at 50%, with a dew point of 72F, contributing to the oppressive atmosphere.
Winds are blowing from the south at 15 mph, with gusts reaching 18 mph, while the sky remains clear.
The National Weather Service forecasts that today will remain sunny with a high near 98F. Heat index values are expected to climb as high as 104 during the peak heat of the day. South winds will ease to around 10 mph.
Temperatures will drop to a low near 79F tonight, though they may rise slightly to around 81F overnight. Heat index values will remain elevated at up to 102. Skies will be mostly clear with south southwest winds of 5 to 10 mph.
The chance of precipitation is minimal at 1%.
Storms Expected Tomorrow
Conditions will shift tomorrow with a high near 96F. The sky will be mostly sunny initially, but a chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected after 1pm. The chance of precipitation is listed at 50%, with new rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Heat index values may reach 104, and south southwest winds will be around 5 mph.
