*As of Jul 11, 8 AM local time.*
Oppressive Humidity and Sweltering Heat
Residents of The Colony are bracing for another day of oppressive humidity this morning. The air feels heavy and thick, with the current relative humidity sitting at 94% and a dew point of 79F. This moisture-laden air creates a muggy atmosphere that makes the current air temperature of 81F feel much warmer, registering a feels-like temperature of 88F. Winds are light at 6 mph with gusts up to 16 mph, while the sky remains overcast.
As the day progresses, the sun will break through the clouds, bringing a high near 98F. While the chance of precipitation today is minimal at just 1%, the heat will be intense. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values as high as 104F due to the combination of heat and humidity. South winds will pick up slightly to around 10 mph. Tonight, skies will clear to mostly clear conditions, allowing temperatures to drop to a low near 80F. Despite the clearing skies, the heat index will remain elevated, staying as high as 103F. South winds will continue at 5 to 10 mph.
Storms Possible Tomorrow
Looking ahead to tomorrow, the weather pattern shifts with a high near 95F and a low near 76F. The day will start sunny, but conditions will change later. A chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected after 1pm, with the overall chance of precipitation rising to 37%. The National Weather Service notes a 40% chance of precipitation with new rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. South southwest winds will be light, around 5 mph. Heat index values will remain high, reaching up to 104F.
Tomorrow night brings a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am, followed by a continued chance of showers and thunderstorms. Skies will be mostly cloudy with a low around 76F, though temperatures may rise to around 78F overnight. The heat index will stay near 101F. East southeast winds will be around 5 mph, with a 50% chance of precipitation and rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
