*As of Jul 18, 4 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Index
Allen is experiencing dangerous heat this Saturday afternoon. The air temperature stands at 93F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 101F. Relative humidity is at 50%, with a dew point of 72F, indicating quite humid conditions. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 13 mph, with gusts reaching 16 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Today, the high will reach near 96F. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values as high as 102. Skies will be mostly sunny with a low chance of precipitation at 2%. Winds will be from the south southwest at 10 to 15 mph.
Tonight, conditions will shift to partly cloudy skies. Temperatures will drop to a low near 78F, though they may rise to around 80F during the overnight hours. The heat index will remain elevated, with values as high as 100. Winds will come from the south at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal.
Tomorrow Outlook
Tomorrow, the sun will shine brightly with a high near 98F. The heat index is expected to climb to as high as 103. Winds will be from the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph.
