*As of Aug 19, 6 AM local time.*
Severe Heat Alert Active
A severe Extreme Heat Warning is currently in effect for Prosper, Texas. This alert indicates dangerous conditions where life-threatening heat illness is possible for those who spend time outdoors or remain in unconditioned environments. The warning underscores the severity of the current weather pattern, which has pushed local temperatures to critical levels.
Current Conditions and Forecast
As of this Wednesday morning, the air temperature stands at 79F, with a feels-like temperature of 80F. Relative humidity is at 70%, and the dew point is recorded at 68F. Winds are blowing from the southwest at 7 mph, with gusts reaching up to 18 mph. The sky remains clear.
Today will be intensely hot and sunny, with a high near 105F. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 106. Overnight lows will settle near 82F, though temperatures may rise to around 84 during the night. Heat index values will remain elevated at up to 105. Winds will shift to south southwest at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow continues the trend of extreme heat with sunny skies and a high near 104F. The heat index is forecast to climb as high as 110, creating hazardous conditions. There is an 8% chance of precipitation. Lows will drop to around 81F, potentially rising to 83 overnight. Heat index values will stay high at 108. Winds will be southeast around 5 mph.
