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5-day forecast / Prosper, TX

TuesdaySunny104° / 80° 1%
WednesdaySunny103° / 80°
ThursdaySunny99° / 80°
FridaySunny102° / 83°
SaturdayMostly Sunny101° / 83° 6%

Humidity Clings to Prosper as Temperatures Climb Toward 96 - Jul 17, 8 PM

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Prosper residents face a humid evening with a dew point of 72F. Highs near 93F today, rising to 96F tomorrow with heat index values reaching 100.

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

*As of Jul 17, 8 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Humidity

The air in Prosper feels heavy this Friday evening, with a notable level of moisture lingering in the atmosphere. The current air temperature stands at 88F, but the heat index makes it feel like 94F. This discrepancy is driven by a dew point of 72F and a relative humidity of 59%.

Despite the muggy feel, the sky remains clear overhead. Winds are blowing from the south at 11 mph, with gusts reaching up to 17 mph, providing some minimal relief from the stagnant air.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today, the high is expected to reach near 93F under mostly cloudy skies. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 4%. As the day transitions into tonight, conditions will remain mostly cloudy with a low near 76F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 78F during the overnight hours. Winds will shift to a south direction, blowing between 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow, the heat will intensify significantly. The high will climb to near 96F under mostly sunny skies. The National Weather Service indicates that heat index values could reach as high as 100.

Winds will come from the south southwest at around 10 mph, with gusts potentially hitting 20 mph. The chance of rain remains low at 4%. Looking ahead to tomorrow night, skies will clear to mostly clear conditions.

The low will settle around 77F, with temperatures rising to about 79F overnight. Heat index values will remain elevated near 99, supported by south winds of 10 to 15 mph.

Safety Reminder

With humidity levels high and temperatures climbing, it is crucial to stay hydrated. Limit midday exertion and seek air-conditioned environments when possible. Check on neighbors, especially the elderly or those without adequate cooling, as the heat index values approach dangerous levels. Keep an eye on how the body feels, as the combination of heat and moisture can lead to heat-related illnesses quickly.

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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