*As of Aug 4, 8 AM local time.*
Hot, humid start in Allen
Allen has an active Air Quality Alert as very hot weather builds today. Current conditions are clear, with the air temperature at 79F and a feels-like reading of 80F. Humidity is elevated at 74%, and the dew point is 70F, giving the air a muggy feel early on.
Wind is currently 5 mph, with gusts to 17 mph. The combination of heat, humidity and the air quality alert makes this a day to keep plans measured, especially for anyone sensitive to heat or poor air quality.
Today, tonight and tomorrow
Today is forecast to be sunny, with a high near 101F. Heat index values may climb as high as 102. The chance of precipitation is 2%, and south wind is expected at 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight should stay mostly clear, with a low around 80F. Temperatures are expected to rise to around 82 overnight, and heat index values may be as high as 100. Wind is forecast from the south southeast at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow is expected to bring more sun and another high near 101F. The chance of precipitation remains 2%. Heat index values may reach as high as 103, with south southwest wind at 5 to 10 mph and gusts as high as 20 mph.
