*As of Aug 22, 2 PM local time.*
Extreme Heat and Air Quality Concerns
The Colony is currently experiencing dangerous heat conditions, with the air temperature sitting at 100F and the feels-like temperature reaching 101F. The sky is clear, and the relative humidity is low at 27%, with a dew point of 61F. Winds are currently calm at 0 mph, though gusts have reached 7 mph.
Two active alerts from the National Weather Service Fort Worth office are in effect for the area. A Heat Advisory, classified as moderate severity, is expected to remain in place until 8:00 PM CDT. Additionally, an Air Quality Alert has been issued, though the specific severity level is currently unknown.
Residents should be aware of these conditions and take appropriate precautions.
Today's and Tomorrow's Outlook
Today will remain sunny with a high near 104F. The heat index values may reach as high as 105F. South winds are expected to blow around 5 mph.
The chance of precipitation is minimal at 4%. Tonight, the weather will shift to partly cloudy skies with a low around 83F. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7 PM and 4 AM, with a 20% chance of precipitation.
New rainfall amounts, if any, will be less than a tenth of an inch. Heat index values tonight could reach 104F. South southeast winds will be around 5 mph.
