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5-day forecast / Prosper, TX

TuesdaySunny104° / 83° 6%
WednesdayMostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms101° / 78° 20%
ThursdaySlight Chance Rain Showers99° / 76° 20%
FridaySunny99° / 76° 5%
SaturdaySunny99° / 78°

Dangerous Heat Grips Prosper as Alerts Remain Active - Aug 25, 2 PM

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Prosper, TX faces extreme heat with a high near 104F today. An Extreme Heat Warning and Heat Advisory are in effect due to dangerous heat index values.

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August 25, 20262 min read

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*As of Aug 25, 2 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Immediate Danger

Dangerous heat is currently gripping Prosper, Texas, as residents deal with intense temperatures under clear skies. The air temperature stands at 99F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 102F. Relative humidity is at 33%, with a dew point of 64F. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 11 mph, with gusts reaching up to 18 mph.

Active Weather Alerts

Two significant National Weather Service alerts are currently active for this area. An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect, indicating severe danger levels that require immediate caution. Additionally, a Heat Advisory is issued, signaling moderate urgency regarding the heat conditions. These alerts underscore the severity of the current weather pattern and the need for vigilance as temperatures remain dangerously high.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Today will be sunny with a high near 104F. The heat index values are expected to reach as high as 104. South southwest winds will increase to around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. There is only a 6% chance of precipitation.

Tonight, skies will become mostly clear with a low around 83F. The heat index will remain elevated, with values as high as 103. Winds will shift to the south southwest at 5 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph. Despite the drop in air temperature, the lingering heat makes it crucial to stay cool.

Tomorrow Outlook

Tomorrow starts mostly sunny with a high near 101F. Temperatures are expected to fall to around 98F in the afternoon. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible after 1pm, bringing a 20% chance of precipitation. Heat index values could spike as high as 106. Winds will shift to the west northwest at around 10 mph.

Safety Reminder

Given the Extreme Heat Warning and Heat Advisory, it is vital to limit outdoor exertion during the hottest parts of the day. Stay hydrated by drinking water frequently, even if you do not feel thirsty. Seek air-conditioned environments whenever possible and check on neighbors or elderly relatives who may be vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. Never leave people or pets in parked vehicles.

Latest National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS radar). Source: radar.weather.gov.

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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