*As of Jul 23, 8 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alert Overview
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Allen, Texas, signaling dangerous heat levels that require caution. As of this evening, the air temperature stands at 90F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 98F. The relative humidity is at 59%, with a dew point of 73F, indicating significant moisture in the air.
Winds are blowing from the east-southeast at 11 mph, with gusts reaching 17 mph, while the sky remains clear.
The National Weather Service has issued this advisory due to the potential for heat-related illnesses. Residents should be aware that the heat index, which reflects how hot it feels when relative humidity is factored in, is expected to rise significantly over the next day. This advisory underscores the need for vigilance as temperatures remain elevated.
Forecast for Today, Tonight, and Tomorrow
Today, Allen will see a high near 96F under mostly clear skies. The low tonight is expected to drop to around 79F. However, the heat will not dissipate quickly. Overnight, temperatures may rise to around 81F, with heat index values climbing as high as 105. Winds will continue from the east-southeast at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Tomorrow, the heat will persist with a high near 97F. The sky will be partly sunny, and the heat index is forecast to reach 106. Winds will shift to the south-southeast, maintaining speeds of 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
There is a slight chance of precipitation at 2%, but skies will remain largely clear. Tomorrow night, conditions will be partly cloudy with a low around 80F. Temperatures may rise to around 82F overnight, with heat index values as high as 103.
