Oppressive Humidity and Heat Index
Celina is currently experiencing oppressively humid conditions this Tuesday afternoon. The air temperature stands at 84F, but the heat index makes it feel like 92F. Relative humidity is at 74%, with a dew point of 75F contributing to the heavy, muggy atmosphere. Winds are blowing from the south at 16 mph, with gusts matching that speed, while the sky remains mostly cloudy.
The National Weather Service indicates that heat index values will reach as high as 103F today. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible before 1pm, with a 20% chance of precipitation. Any new rainfall amounts would be less than a tenth of an inch. South winds around 10 mph are expected to persist through the day.
Forecast for Tonight and Tomorrow
Tonight, conditions will remain muggy with a low near 77F, though temperatures may rise to around 79F overnight. The heat index could still reach 102F. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10pm and 1am, with a 20% chance of precipitation. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch are possible. Partly cloudy skies will accompany south southeast winds around 10 mph.
Tomorrow, the region will see mostly sunny skies with a high near 94F. The heat index is forecast to reach as high as 103F. South southwest winds will remain around 10 mph. The chance of precipitation drops significantly to 4% for the day. Temperatures will settle to a low near 77F tomorrow night, with skies becoming mostly clear.