Air Quality Alert in Allen as heat stays near 100 - Aug 3, 8 PM

*As of Aug 3, 8 PM local time.*

Air quality is the main weather concern

Allen is under an active Air Quality Alert, making air quality the notable issue as hot, dry weather continues. Conditions are otherwise quiet, with clear sky over the city and no precipitation in the forecast for today or tomorrow.

Right now in Allen, the air temperature is 90F, and it feels like 91F. Relative humidity is 43%, with a dew point of 64F. Wind is 5 mph, with gusts to 9 mph.

Clear tonight, hotter tomorrow

Today’s forecast calls for a high near 99F and a low near 76F, with a 0% chance of precipitation and clear conditions. Tonight stays clear, with a low around 76F. Southeast wind is forecast at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow brings more sun and slightly hotter weather, with a high near 100F and a low near 78F. The chance of precipitation remains 0%. Heat index values may reach as high as 101, and south wind is expected at 5 to 10 mph.

Simple precautions for the heat and air

Because an Air Quality Alert is active, people who are sensitive to air pollution may want to keep outdoor exertion lighter when possible. With temperatures near 100F, it is also a good idea to drink water, take breaks from strenuous activity, and avoid overdoing it during the hottest conditions.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com