*As of Sep 3, 2 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat
It is currently Thursday this afternoon in Celina, and the atmosphere feels significantly warmer than the actual air temperature. The air is sitting at 88F, but the combination of heat and moisture means it feels like 96F. Relative humidity stands at 62%, with a dew point of 73F, creating a notably muggy environment.
The sky is partly cloudy, and winds are blowing from the southeast at 15 mph, with gusts recorded at 12 mph. These conditions contribute to the high heat index values expected throughout the day, which can reach as high as 105F. Residents should be mindful of the physical strain caused by this combination of heat and humidity, particularly during outdoor activities.
Today and Tonight Outlook
The forecast for the remainder of today indicates a chance of showers and thunderstorms. While the sky will remain mostly sunny, the chance of precipitation is 32%. The high temperature will hover near 90F.
As the day transitions into tonight, the chance of showers and thunderstorms persists before 4am. The sky will become partly cloudy, and temperatures will drop to a low around 74F, though they may rise to around 76F overnight. Winds will shift to the south southeast, ranging from 5 to 15 mph with gusts as high as 25 mph.
The chance of precipitation remains at 30%, with new rainfall amounts expected to be less than a tenth of an inch. Heat index values could still reach 102F during the evening hours.