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5-day forecast / Prosper, TX

TuesdaySunny104° / 80° 1%
WednesdaySunny103° / 80°
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Humidity Rises in Prosper as Temperatures Climb Toward 99 Degrees - Jul 7, 8 PM

Prosper weather, updated every four hours — local forecasts you can trust.

Prosper residents face rising heat indices and lingering humidity this evening. Conditions remain clear now, but showers are possible tonight with highs near 99 tomorrow.

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

*As of Jul 7, 8 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Humidity

It is currently Tuesday evening in Prosper, TX, and the air feels noticeably heavy. The current air temperature stands at 88F, but the heat index makes it feel like 93F. This discrepancy is driven by a dew point of 70F, indicating quite humid conditions despite the relative humidity sitting at 55%.

The sky remains clear overhead, but the moisture in the air is palpable. Winds are blowing from the south southeast at 8 mph, with gusts reaching up to 17 mph, providing minimal relief from the warmth.

Forecast for Tonight and Tomorrow

Looking ahead, the heat will intensify. Today’s high reached near 96F, with a low near 75F. There was a 26% chance of precipitation today, with a possibility of showers and thunderstorms.

As night falls, the National Weather Service indicates a chance of showers and thunderstorms. The sky will be partly cloudy, and temperatures will drop to a low around 75F, though they may rise slightly to around 78F during the overnight hours. The heat index is expected to hit values as high as 97.

Winds will shift to the south southeast at around 5 mph, with a 30% chance of precipitation.

Tomorrow will be significantly hotter. Expect a high near 99F under sunny skies. The heat index could soar to 105, making it feel much warmer than the actual air temperature.

Winds will come from the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms, with a 20% chance of precipitation. Overnight tomorrow, conditions will become mostly clear with a low around 77F.

A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible before 7pm. Winds will pick up slightly from the south at 10 to 15 mph, with heat index values reaching 101. There is a 20% chance of precipitation during this period.

Safety and Preparedness

With heat indices pushing into the upper 90s and nearing 105, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing and seek air-conditioned environments when possible. Check on elderly neighbors or those without adequate cooling, as extreme heat can be dangerous.

While there are no active weather alerts, the combination of high heat and humidity requires caution. Always monitor local conditions for any changes.

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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