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5-day forecast / Prosper, TX

FridaySunny100° / 77° 1%
SaturdaySunny101° / 79°
SundaySunny101° / 79° 1%
MondaySunny100° / 79°
TuesdaySunny99° / 79° 4%

Prosper Faces Air Quality Alert and Dangerous Heat - Aug 28, 2 PM

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An active Air Quality Alert is in effect for Prosper, TX, as temperatures soar near 100F with heat index values reaching 106F tomorrow. Residents are urged to take precautions against extreme heat.

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August 28, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Aug 28, 2 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Alert Status

Prosper, Texas, is currently under an active Air Quality Alert issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. This alert remains in effect while the community deals with intense heat conditions. As of this Friday afternoon, the air temperature stands at 99F, but the combination of humidity and sun makes it feel like 100F.

The relative humidity is at 31%, with a dew point of 63F. Winds are currently light at 5 mph, though gusts have reached up to 30 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies for today with a high near 100F. Heat index values are expected to climb as high as 104 during the day. East northeast winds will blow between 5 to 10 mph.

The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 1%. Temperatures will drop tonight, with a low near 77F, though readings may rise to around 79F overnight. Heat index values will remain elevated at up to 101F.

Winds will shift to the east at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow promises even hotter conditions under sunny skies. The high is forecast to reach near 101F, with heat index values peaking as high as 106F. South southeast winds will be around 5 mph.

There is no chance of precipitation expected for tomorrow. Temperatures will fall tonight with a low around 79F, potentially rising to 81F overnight. Heat index values will stay high at 102F, with south southeast winds increasing to around 10 mph.

Safety Reminders

Given the dangerous heat and active air quality alert, residents should prioritize safety. Hydrate frequently and limit midday exertion to avoid heat-related illnesses. Check on neighbors, especially the elderly or those without air conditioning. Stay indoors during peak heat hours when possible.

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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