*As of Aug 14, 11 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alert Status
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Allen, Texas, signaling dangerous heat conditions for the area. The National Weather Service issued this moderate-severity alert, which remains active until 8:00 PM CDT today. Residents should take immediate precautions as the region experiences significant warmth and humidity.
Right now, the air temperature stands at 88F, but the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel like 94F. The relative humidity is at 59%, with a dew point of 72F, indicating quite humid air. Winds are blowing from the south at 14 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph.
The sky remains clear overhead, allowing full solar heating to intensify the day's warmth.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today will be sunny with a high near 101F. The National Weather Service reports heat index values as high as 106 during the afternoon. South winds will continue around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. There is a 0% chance of precipitation, so the heat will remain unbroken by rain.
Tonight, skies will become mostly clear with a low around 81F. Despite the drop in actual temperature, the heat index will remain elevated, with values as high as 102. South winds will persist at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph.
Tomorrow brings another sunny day with a high near 101F. Conditions will become even more oppressive, with heat index values reaching as high as 109. Winds will shift slightly to the south southwest, blowing around 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. No rain is expected, keeping the heat index high throughout the day.
