*As of Jul 18, 12 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Humidity
The air in The Colony feels heavy this afternoon, with a notable level of moisture lingering in the atmosphere. Current readings show an air temperature of 86F, but the heat index makes it feel like 91F. The relative humidity sits at 59%, with a dew point of 70F indicating significant stickiness.
Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 14 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph. The sky remains mostly clear overhead, allowing the sun to intensify the perceived warmth.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today will see mostly sunny skies with a high near 96F. The National Weather Service indicates that heat index values could climb as high as 101 during the peak of the day. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 3%. Winds will shift slightly, becoming south southwest around 10 mph, though gusts may still reach 20 mph.
Tonight, conditions will clear out to mostly clear skies. Temperatures will drop to a low near 78F, though they may rise slightly to around 80F overnight. The heat index will remain elevated, reaching values as high as 98. Winds will ease to a south direction at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts potentially hitting 20 mph.
Tomorrow looks to be even warmer and sunnier. Expect a high near 97F under sunny skies. The heat index is forecast to reach as high as 102, making it feel significantly hotter than the actual air temperature. Winds will remain light, coming from the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph. There is no chance of rain, with precipitation chances dropping to just 1%.
