*As of Jul 12, 8 AM local time.*
Muggy Start to the Weekend
The Colony is currently wrapped in oppressive humidity, with the air temperature at 81F and a feels-like temperature of 87F. The relative humidity stands at 89%, supported by a dew point of 77F. Winds are light at 8 mph with gusts up to 11 mph, while the sky remains cloudy. This heavy moisture sets the stage for a sticky and uncomfortable day ahead.
Rain and Heat on the Horizon
Temperatures will climb significantly today, reaching a high near 94F. The National Weather Service indicates a high heat index of 99F, making it feel even hotter than the actual air temperature. There is a 51% chance of showers and thunderstorms, with activity expected to begin after 7am. Rainfall totals are expected to be minimal, likely less than a tenth of an inch. Overnight, conditions will remain mostly cloudy with a low near 75F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 77F during the night. The chance of precipitation remains at 50%, with new rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Winds will shift to the east southeast at around 5 mph.
Tomorrow brings a slight cooldown in the high temperature, near 91F, though the heat index will still reach 99F. The chance of precipitation is 49%, with showers and thunderstorms possible before 7am and again between 7am and 1pm. Rainfall amounts could range from a quarter to half of an inch. The afternoon will see temperatures falling to around 89F. Winds will be light, ranging from 0 to 5 mph from the southeast.
