*As of Jul 22, 12 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat and Air Quality Alerts Active
Allen, Texas, is currently under the influence of multiple active National Weather Service alerts, signaling a hazardous weather pattern. The most critical is an Extreme Heat Warning, designated with severe severity and expected urgency. This warning is in effect until 8:00 PM CDT today.
Additionally, a Heat Advisory with moderate severity remains active until 8:00 PM CDT tomorrow. An Air Quality Alert, issued with unknown severity and urgency, is also in place.
Current conditions reflect the intensity of this heat event. The air temperature stands at 99F, but the combination of heat and humidity results in a feels-like temperature of 110F. The relative humidity is at 45%, with a dew point of 73F, indicating quite humid air that traps heat.
Winds are blowing from the north northeast at 8 mph, with gusts reaching 9 mph, under a clear sky.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, the sun will remain out with a high near 103F. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values as high as 114. Winds will be from the north northeast at 5 to 10 mph.
The chance of precipitation is minimal at 2%. Tonight, skies will clear, with a low around 78F, though temperatures may rise to around 80F overnight. Heat index values will remain high at 109, with east northeast winds of 5 to 10 mph.
