Current Conditions and Heat Index
The Colony is currently experiencing very hot conditions this afternoon. The air temperature stands at 97F, with a feels-like temperature also at 97F. Relative humidity is at 40%, and the dew point is 69F. Winds are blowing from the south at 15 mph, with gusts reaching up to 29 mph. The sky remains clear.
Official forecasts indicate that heat index values will rise significantly throughout the day. Today, the high will be near 98F, with heat index values as high as 102. This creates a dangerous environment for prolonged outdoor exposure. The south wind is expected to remain strong, ranging from 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
Forecast for Tonight and Tomorrow
Temperatures will drop slightly tonight but remain warm. The low will be near 77F, though temperatures may rise to around 79F overnight. Heat index values will still reach as high as 101. Winds will continue from the south at 10 to 20 mph, with gusts potentially hitting 35 mph. The sky will be clear.
Tomorrow, the high will be near 96F, with heat index values as high as 99. The sky will remain sunny. South winds will persist at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph. Tomorrow night, the low will be around 79F, with heat index values as high as 97. Winds will remain south at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph. The sky will be clear.