*As of Aug 26, 2 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alerts
A Heat Advisory is currently active for the Celina area, signaling dangerous heat conditions that require caution. As of this afternoon, the air temperature stands at 99 degrees Fahrenheit, with a feels-like temperature of 100 degrees. The relative humidity is 31 percent, and the dew point is 63 degrees.
Winds are blowing from the north northwest at 6 miles per hour, with gusts reaching 14 miles per hour. The sky remains clear, offering no immediate relief from the intense solar radiation. Additionally, an Air Quality Alert has been issued by the National Weather Service, though specific severity details are not currently defined.
Residents should monitor their health and limit strenuous outdoor activities during these peak heat hours.
Today and Tonight Outlook
Today’s high is expected to hover near 100 degrees, with temperatures falling to around 97 degrees in the afternoon. Heat index values may reach as high as 109 degrees, making the air feel significantly hotter than the actual temperature. The chance of precipitation is low, at approximately 16 to 20 percent, with mostly sunny skies dominating the day.
Tonight, a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms exists between 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. The sky will remain mostly clear, with lows near 77 degrees. Temperatures may rise to around 79 degrees overnight, and heat index values could reach 105 degrees.
Winds will shift to the north at 5 to 10 miles per hour.