Current Conditions and Heat Stress
The Colony is currently experiencing very hot and humid conditions this Sunday afternoon. The air temperature stands at 88F, but the heat index makes it feel like 96F. Relative humidity is at 62%, with a dew point of 73F, indicating significant moisture in the air. Winds are blowing from the south at 13 mph, with gusts reaching 23 mph. The sky is mostly cloudy at this moment.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Today will be sunny with a high near 94F. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values can reach as high as 105F. South winds will average around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. The chance of precipitation is only 2%.
Tonight, conditions will shift to partly cloudy skies with a low near 79F. Temperatures may rise to around 81F overnight. There is a slight chance of rain showers after 4am, with a 20% chance of precipitation. Heat index values could reach 102F. South winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 30 mph.
Tomorrow Outlook
Tomorrow, the heat will persist with a high near 96F. The sky will be partly sunny. A slight chance of rain showers exists before 7am, followed by a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7am and 4pm. The overall chance of precipitation is 24%, though new rainfall amounts are expected to be less than a tenth of an inch. Heat index values may again reach 105F. South winds will remain steady at 10 to 15 mph.