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High Heat and Humidity Hit The Colony With Strong Winds

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The Colony faces a humid Saturday with highs near 97F and heat indices up to 103F. Strong south winds with gusts to 35 mph accompany the heat, with a slight chance of early rain.

Isabel Teague

June 27, 20262 min read

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

Current Conditions and Humidity

The Colony is experiencing a notably humid start to the day this morning. Current readings show an air temperature of 81F, but the heat index makes it feel like 85F. Relative humidity is sitting at 79%, with a dew point of 73F indicating significant moisture in the air. The sky is mostly clear, but the atmosphere is heavy with humidity.

Winds are picking up significantly, blowing from the south southwest at 9 mph with gusts reaching 28 mph. This wind activity is expected to intensify as the day progresses, contributing to the overall discomfort of the current conditions.

Today and Tomorrow Forecast

Today, the high will reach near 97F. There is a slight chance of rain showers before 7am, but conditions will become sunny for the remainder of the day. The heat index values are projected to climb as high as 103F. Winds will increase to south southwest at 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Temperatures will drop to a low near 78F tonight under mostly clear skies. The heat index will remain elevated, reaching up to 102F, while south winds continue at 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.

Tomorrow, the area will see sunny skies with a high near 98F. The heat index is expected to peak at 104F. South winds will persist at 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. There is a 0% chance of precipitation. Temperatures will settle to a low near 79F tomorrow night under clear skies, with heat indices up to 103F and south winds gusting up to 35 mph.

Safety Reminder

With heat indices exceeding 100F, residents should prioritize hydration and limit prolonged outdoor exertion, especially during the midday hours. The strong winds may also create hazardous driving conditions for high-profile vehicles; drivers should exercise caution. Check on elderly neighbors and ensure pets have access to cool, shaded areas.

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

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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Isabel Teague

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

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