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TodaySlight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny95° / 78° 19%
WednesdayMostly Sunny96° / 78° 4%
ThursdaySunny97° / 78°
FridayMostly Sunny98° / 78°
SaturdayMostly Sunny100° / 79°

Severe Thunderstorm Watch in Effect for The Colony as Heat Index Climbs

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A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is active for The Colony, TX, with oppressive humidity and a high heat index of 101 expected today. Temperatures will rise further tomorrow.

Isabel Teague

June 22, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Active Alerts and Current Conditions

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is currently in effect for The Colony, Texas. This alert, issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth, remains active until 11:00 AM CDT on June 22. Residents should remain vigilant for potentially dangerous weather during this window.

Current conditions reflect the oppressive humidity typical of the region. The air temperature is 84F, but the heat index makes it feel like 94F. Relative humidity stands at 79%, with a dew point of 77F. Winds are blowing from the south at 14 mph, with gusts reaching 23 mph. The sky is currently cloudy.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Showers and thunderstorms are likely today, particularly before 4pm. The high will reach near 90F, with heat index values climbing as high as 101. There is an 80% chance of precipitation, with new rainfall amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch possible. Winds will remain from the south southeast at 10 to 15 mph.

Tonight, showers and thunderstorms will likely continue after 4am. The sky will be mostly cloudy, with a low around 79F. Temperatures may rise to around 81F overnight. The chance of precipitation is 70%, with similar rainfall totals possible. South winds will persist at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms exists after 7pm, with a low around 78F and a heat index up to 99.

Tomorrow Outlook

Tomorrow brings significantly higher temperatures. The high will near 96F, with heat index values soaring as high as 106. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1pm, followed by partly sunny skies. The chance of precipitation is 20%, with less than a tenth of an inch of rain possible. South winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph.

Tomorrow night will be mostly clear, with a low around 79F. South winds will remain at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph.

Safety Reminders

Given the high heat index values, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on elderly neighbors and ensure pets have access to cool water. During the severe thunderstorm watch, stay indoors and avoid driving through flooded roadways.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

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Isabel Teague covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around The Colony.

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