As of Jul 5, 4 PM local time.
Active Alerts and Current Conditions
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is currently in effect for Celina, Texas, issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. This alert indicates that conditions are favorable for the development of severe thunderstorms. The watch is active until 10:00 PM CDT on July 5. Readers should monitor local news for updates and be prepared to take shelter if warnings are issued.
Current conditions in Celina reflect a dangerous combination of heat and humidity. The air temperature is 90F, but the heat index makes it feel like 105F. The relative humidity is at 71%, with a dew point of 79F, creating an oppressively muggy atmosphere. Winds are light at 6 mph with gusts up to 3 mph, and the sky remains clear at this moment.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, Celina will experience a high near 98F. Temperatures may drop slightly to around 95F in the afternoon, though heat index values will remain high, reaching up to 102. There is a 29% to 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Any rainfall is expected to be light, with new amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. South southeast winds will be around 5 mph.
Tonight, the chance of showers and thunderstorms continues before 1am. The sky will be mostly cloudy with a low around 75F. Temperatures may rise to around 77F overnight. Heat index values could reach 99. East northeast winds will persist at around 5 mph. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch are possible.
Tomorrow, the weather will clear up significantly. Expect sunny skies with a high near 96F. Heat index values will again reach up to 102. East northeast winds will remain light at around 5 mph. Tomorrow night will be mostly clear with a low around 75F and heat index values up to 100.