*As of Jul 29, 9 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
The Colony, Texas, is currently under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. This moderate-severity alert remains in effect until July 30 at 8:00PM CDT, signaling potentially dangerous heat conditions for residents and visitors alike.
Current observations indicate that the air temperature stands at 95F. However, due to humidity levels, the perceived heat is significantly higher. The feels-like temperature, or heat index, is currently recorded at 101F.
Relative humidity is at 44%, with a dew point of 70F, contributing to the muggy atmosphere. Winds are blowing from the south at 11 mph, with gusts reaching up to 14 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.
Forecast for Tonight and Tomorrow
Temperatures will remain elevated through the night. Conditions tonight are expected to be partly cloudy. Lows will settle near 80F, but temperatures may rise slightly to around 82F during the overnight hours. The heat index is forecast to reach values as high as 98. South winds will decrease to between 5 and 10 mph.
Tomorrow brings continued intense heat. The sky will be sunny with a high near 101F. The heat index is expected to climb even higher, reaching values as high as 106. Winds will shift to the south southwest, maintaining speeds of 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation remains very low at just 2%.
Looking ahead to tomorrow night, conditions will become mostly clear. Lows will again drop near 80F, with temperatures rising to around 82F overnight. The heat index will remain elevated, peaking at 104. South winds will persist around 10 mph.
