*As of Aug 12, 5 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat and High Humidity
Allen is currently under the influence of dangerous heat conditions this evening. The air temperature stands at 95F, but the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel significantly hotter, with a feels-like temperature of 105F. Relative humidity is holding at 50%, contributing to a dew point of 73F, which indicates quite humid air.
Winds are blowing from the south at 13 mph, with gusts reaching up to 17 mph, while the sky remains clear.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
The National Weather Service forecasts continued intense heat through the weekend. Today, skies will remain sunny with a high near 101F. Heat index values are expected to climb as high as 109. South winds will average around 15 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 25 mph. There is a 0% chance of precipitation.
Tonight, conditions will clear out with a low near 81F. Despite the drop in air temperature, the heat index will remain elevated, with values as high as 107. South winds will persist around 15 mph, with gusts increasing to as high as 30 mph.
Tomorrow, the heat will not abate. Sunny skies will return with a high near 102F. Heat index values will reach up to 107.
Winds will shift to the south southwest, blowing between 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Precipitation chances remain at 0%. Tomorrow night will be clear with a low around 79F, though temperatures may rise to around 81 overnight.
