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Humidity Clings to The Colony as Temps Climb Toward 100 - Jul 8, 8 AM

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The Colony faces a humid start with a 70F dew point. Temperatures will soar near 100F tomorrow with heat indices reaching 102F. No weather alerts are active.

Isabel Teague

July 8, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 8, 8 AM local time.*

Current Conditions and Humidity

The Colony is experiencing a notably humid start to the day this morning. The air temperature sits at 81F, but the heat index makes it feel like 84F. Relative humidity is holding at 70%, with a dew point of 70F indicating significant moisture in the air. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 7 mph, with gusts reaching up to 19 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today will be sunny with a high near 98F. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values as high as 102F. South southwest winds will range from 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation is 12%, with a low near 80F expected tonight. Overnight, skies will be mostly clear with south winds around 10 mph and gusts as high as 20 mph. Heat index values will remain elevated, reaching up to 100F.

Tomorrow brings even warmer conditions. Expect a sunny day with a high near 100F. Heat index values are forecast to reach 102F. South southwest winds will increase to 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. The chance of precipitation drops to 0%. Temperatures will settle near 80F overnight, rising to around 82F later in the night. Heat index values will stay high at 101F, with south winds around 15 mph and gusts up to 25 mph.

Safety and Alerts

There are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts in effect for The Colony. However, the combination of high temperatures and significant humidity requires caution. Heat indices approaching 102F can lead to heat-related illnesses if precautions are not taken. It is important to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day. Limit strenuous outdoor exertion, especially during the midday hours when the sun is strongest. Check on elderly neighbors or those who may be vulnerable to extreme heat. Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing and seek air-conditioned environments when possible to stay cool and safe.

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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