*As of Jul 6, 4 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Index
The Colony is currently experiencing intense heat conditions this afternoon. The air temperature stands at 97F, but the combination of heat and humidity pushes the feels-like temperature to 98F. Relative humidity is at 33% with a dew point of 63F. Winds are light from the southwest at 5 mph, with gusts remaining at 5 mph. The sky is partly cloudy, offering little relief from the sun.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Today, the high will reach near 96F. The National Weather Service indicates a heat index as high as 102, underscoring the severity of the heat. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. The chance of precipitation is 20%, with new rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight, conditions will remain warm with a low near 77F. Temperatures may rise to around 79F overnight. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible before 7pm. The sky will be partly cloudy with south southeast winds around 5 mph. The heat index will remain elevated, with values as high as 99. The chance of precipitation is 20%, with rainfall amounts again less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tomorrow Outlook
Tomorrow, the high will climb to near 97F. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 102. The day will begin sunny, but a chance of showers and thunderstorms will develop after 1pm. The chance of precipitation is 30%, with new rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Winds will be from the south around 5 mph.
