The Colony Braces for Intense Heat with Highs Near 100F - Sep 11, 2 PM

*As of Sep 11, 2 PM local time.*

Current Heat Conditions

The Colony is experiencing significant heat this afternoon. The air temperature currently sits at 93F, but the combination of 44% relative humidity and a 68F dew point creates a feels-like temperature of 98F. The sky remains clear, and wind speeds are minimal at 0 mph, with gusts reaching up to 8 mph.

This lack of breeze contributes to the stagnant, muggy atmosphere that makes the heat feel more intense than the actual air temperature suggests.

Today and Tonight Outlook

For the remainder of today, conditions will remain sunny with a high near 97F. The chance of precipitation is low at 12%, meaning rain is unlikely to provide relief. As evening approaches, the sky will stay mostly clear, and temperatures will drop to a low near 79F.

However, the heat index values may still reach as high as 100F, indicating that the air will remain uncomfortably warm well into the night. Winds will shift to a southerly direction, blowing between 5 and 10 mph.

Tomorrow’s Forecast

Tomorrow brings even more intense heat. The forecast calls for sunny skies with a high near 100F. The heat index values are expected to peak at 104F, making it the hottest part of the upcoming period.

The chance of precipitation drops to just 1%, ensuring dry conditions. Winds will be from the south at around 10 mph. As tomorrow night settles in, the sky will remain mostly clear with a low around 80F.

Heat index values may still reach 102F, and winds will ease to 5-10 mph from the south southeast. With no active weather alerts in effect, the primary concern remains the sustained high temperatures. Residents are advised to stay hydrated, limit outdoor exertion during peak heat hours, and check on vulnerable neighbors to ensure everyone stays safe during this hot spell.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com