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MondaySlight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms92° / 75° 18%
TuesdayMostly Sunny94° / 76° 8%
WednesdayMostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms94° / 74° 50%
ThursdayShowers And Thunderstorms84° / 70° 89%
FridayChance Showers And Thunderstorms80° / 67° 75%

Air Quality Alert Active in The Colony Amid Warm, Humid Afternoon - Sep 28, 2 PM

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The Colony is under an active Air Quality Alert. Current temperatures are 86F with a heat index reaching 97F. Residents should monitor air quality levels and limit prolonged outdoor exertion.

Isabel Teague

September 28, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Sep 28, 2 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Air Quality Notice

An active Air Quality Alert is currently in effect for The Colony, issued by the National Weather Service. While the specific severity and urgency details are not fully specified in the current data, residents are advised to stay informed about local air quality levels. As of this afternoon, the air temperature stands at 86F, though it feels like 89F due to the humidity.

Relative humidity is at 55%, with a dew point of 68F. The sky is mostly cloudy, and winds are blowing from the southeast at 9 mph, with gusts also reaching 9 mph. These conditions contribute to a muggy atmosphere that may affect comfort levels for those spending time outside.

Today's Outlook and Evening Forecast

For the remainder of today, a slight chance of rain showers is possible before 1pm, followed by a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. The high temperature will reach near 92F, with heat index values potentially climbing as high as 97F. The chance of precipitation is estimated at 20%, with new rainfall amounts likely to be less than a tenth of an inch.

Southeast winds will average around 10 mph. As evening approaches, a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms remains before 7pm. The sky will become partly cloudy, and temperatures will drop to a low around 75F.

Winds will shift to a southeast direction, ranging from 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation remains at 20% during this period.

Tomorrow's Forecast and Safety Reminders

Tomorrow brings mostly sunny skies with a high near 94F. Heat index values could reach as high as 99F, making the air feel significantly warmer than the actual temperature. Winds will be from the south southeast, ranging from 5 to 15 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 30 mph.

The chance of precipitation is low at 8%. Given the elevated heat index and active air quality alert, it is prudent to stay hydrated and limit prolonged outdoor exertion, particularly during the hottest parts of the day. Residents should also check on vulnerable neighbors and ensure that indoor air quality management systems are functioning properly if they have sensitive respiratory conditions.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

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Isabel Teague

Isabel Teague covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around The Colony.

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