*As of Aug 27, 2 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Active Alerts
Allen is currently under a Heat Advisory, indicating dangerous heat conditions that require caution. Additionally, an Air Quality Alert is active, suggesting elevated levels of pollutants in the atmosphere. As of this afternoon, the air temperature stands at 97F, but the heat index makes it feel like 102F.
The relative humidity is 39%, with a dew point of 68F. Winds are blowing from the northeast at 7 mph, with gusts reaching 12 mph, and the sky remains clear. These conditions contribute to the significant thermal stress experienced by residents during this period.
Today and Tonight Outlook
The forecast for today calls for mostly sunny skies with a high near 100F. Temperatures are expected to fall to around 98F in the afternoon, but heat index values may reach as high as 108F. Northeast winds will range from 10 to 15 mph.
Tonight, the sky will remain mostly clear, with lows around 77F. However, temperatures are expected to rise to around 79F overnight, with heat index values potentially reaching 104F. East winds will be light, ranging from 0 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
The chance of precipitation is low, at 14%.
