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Heat Advisory Active in The Colony as Temperatures Remain High - Aug 15, 5 PM

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The Colony is under a Heat Advisory with current temperatures at 99F and feels-like values reaching 102F. Sunny skies and low humidity are expected to continue through tomorrow.

Isabel Teague

August 15, 20262 min read

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

*As of Aug 15, 5 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Alert Status

A Heat Advisory is currently active for The Colony, issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. This moderate-severity alert is expected to remain in effect until tomorrow evening. Residents should be aware that the current air temperature is 99F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 102F.

The relative humidity is currently at 33%, with a dew point of 64F. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 16 mph, with gusts recorded at 14 mph. The sky is mostly clear, providing little relief from the direct solar radiation.

Today and Tonight Outlook

Today’s high temperature is expected to reach near 101F, with a low of 81F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 1%, and conditions will remain sunny throughout the day. Heat index values may reach as high as 105F, indicating dangerous heat levels.

Winds will shift to around 10 mph with gusts potentially reaching 20 mph. Tonight, the sky will remain clear, and temperatures will hover around 81F before rising slightly to 83F overnight. The heat index will continue to feel like 105F, and south winds will persist at 10 mph with similar gust potential.

Tomorrow’s Forecast and Safety

Tomorrow will bring another day of sunny skies with a high near 102F and a low of 80F. The chance of rain remains at 1%. Winds will ease to 5-10 mph from the south southwest.

Heat index values are expected to reach 102F during the day. As temperatures remain in the triple digits, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit outdoor exertion during the hottest parts of the day. Check on elderly neighbors or those without air conditioning, as the sustained heat can pose significant health risks.

Avoid leaving pets or children in unattended vehicles, as interior temperatures can rise rapidly in these conditions.

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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