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5-day forecast / Prosper, TX

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

Prosper Heat Lingers: Highs Near 95F, Humidity Rises - Jul 18, 8 PM

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

Prosper, TX sees continued warmth with current feels-like temperatures at 95F. Today’s high near 95F and tomorrow’s near 98F bring significant heat index concerns.

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

*As of Jul 18, 8 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Heat Index

Residents in Prosper, Texas, are experiencing a notably warm evening as Saturday draws to a close. The air temperature currently stands at 90F, but the combination of heat and moisture pushes the feels-like temperature to 95F. Relative humidity is at 52%, with a dew point of 70F, indicating a humid atmosphere that traps warmth.

Winds are blowing from the south at 13 mph, with gusts reaching 18 mph, while the sky remains mostly clear.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today, the high is expected to reach near 95F, with a low near 78F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 1%, and skies will stay mostly clear. As tonight approaches, conditions remain mostly clear with a low around 78F.

Temperatures may rise slightly to around 80F during the overnight hours. The heat index is forecast to climb as high as 97F. South winds will decrease to 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow brings even warmer conditions. The sky will be sunny with a high near 98F. The heat index is expected to peak at 104F, creating dangerous heat stress levels.

South southwest winds will remain light at 5 to 10 mph. Tomorrow night, skies will turn mostly clear with a low around 79F. The heat index will remain elevated at 100F, with south southwest winds continuing at 5 to 10 mph.

Safety Reminders

With heat index values reaching into the upper 100s, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit outdoor exertion during the hottest parts of the day. Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing and seek air-conditioned environments when possible. Check on elderly neighbors and those without reliable cooling to ensure their safety.

There are no active National Weather Service alerts for this area, but the extreme heat warrants caution. Always monitor local updates for any changes in conditions.

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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