Celina Heat Index Reaches 107 Degrees Amid Afternoon Storm Risk - Sep 10, 2 PM

*As of Sep 10, 2 PM local time.*

Dangerous Heat and Storm Risk

Celina is experiencing dangerous heat conditions this afternoon. The air temperature currently stands at 97F, but the heat index makes it feel like 102F. Relative humidity is at 39%, and the dew point is 68F. Winds are blowing from the south southeast at 10 mph, with gusts reaching 7 mph. The sky is currently clear, but conditions are shifting as the day progresses.

Today and Tonight Outlook

A chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected before 4pm, followed by a continued chance of storms later in the day. The high temperature will reach near 98F, with temperatures falling to around 95F in the afternoon. Heat index values could climb as high as 107F.

The chance of precipitation is 40%, with new rainfall amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch possible. Tonight, a chance of showers and thunderstorms is likely before 10pm, then a continued chance of storms. It will be mostly cloudy with a low around 77F.

Heat index values may reach 102F, and the chance of precipitation is 50%, with rainfall between a quarter and a half of an inch possible.

Tomorrow and Safety

Tomorrow will bring a slight chance of rain showers before 7am, followed by a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7am and 10am. A chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected between 10am and 1pm, then a slight chance of storms later. The high will be near 96F, with heat index values as high as 106F.

The chance of precipitation is 30%, with rainfall less than a tenth of an inch possible. There are no active weather alerts in effect. Given the extreme heat, it is important to hydrate frequently and limit midday exertion.

Check on neighbors and ensure pets have access to water and shade.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com