*As of Jul 12, 8 AM local time.*
Muggy Conditions and Heat Index Concerns
A notably humid atmosphere is setting the tone for Sunday morning in Allen, Texas. The current air temperature sits at 79F, but the heavy moisture in the air makes it feel warmer, with a feels-like temperature of 82F. Relative humidity is holding steady at 84%, and the dew point is recorded at 73F, indicating a sticky and oppressive start to the day.
Winds are currently calm at 0 mph, with occasional gusts reaching up to 10 mph, while the sky remains overcast.
As the day progresses, temperatures will climb significantly. The high for today is expected to reach near 93F. With the high humidity levels, heat index values are projected to soar as high as 99F.
This creates dangerous conditions for prolonged outdoor activity. Winds will shift to the south southwest at around 5 mph. There is a 51% chance of precipitation, with a likelihood of showers and thunderstorms developing.
Residents should anticipate new rainfall amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch.
Outlook for Tonight and Tomorrow
Tonight, the humidity will persist with mostly cloudy skies. Temperatures will drop to a low near 74F, though they may rise slightly to around 76F during the overnight hours. Southeast winds will remain light, ranging from 0 to 5 mph. The chance of precipitation remains at 50%, with showers and thunderstorms possible. Rainfall totals could range from a half to three quarters of an inch.
