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5-day forecast / Prosper, TX

ThursdayChance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms93° / 75° 31%
FridaySlight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny96° / 76° 15%
SaturdaySunny98° / 77° 1%
SundaySunny99° / 78° 3%
MondaySunny98° / 78° 4%

Prosper, TX Weather: Air Quality Alert and Dangerous Heat Continue - Aug 29, 2 PM

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An active Air Quality Alert is in effect for Prosper as dangerous heat persists. Current conditions show a feels-like temperature of 103F with clear skies.

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August 29, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Aug 29, 2 PM local time.*

Active Alerts and Current Conditions

Residents in Prosper, TX, are currently under an active Air Quality Alert issued by the National Weather Service. This alert remains in effect alongside dangerously high temperatures that pose significant health risks to the community.

As of this Saturday afternoon, the air temperature stands at 99F. However, the heat index makes it feel like 103F, indicating intense thermal stress. The relative humidity is recorded at 35%, with a dew point of 66F. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 10 mph, with gusts reaching up to 18 mph. The sky remains clear, offering no relief from the sun's intensity.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

The National Weather Service forecasts continued sunny conditions for today, with a high near 101F. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 104 during the day. Winds will remain light, ranging from south southwest at 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 1%.

Tonight, skies will be mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low near 79F, though they may rise slightly to around 81 overnight. The heat index will remain elevated, with values as high as 102. Winds will shift to the south southeast at around 10 mph.

Tomorrow brings another sunny day with a high near 101F. Heat index values are projected to hit 103. Winds will return to the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph, with no chance of precipitation (0%).

Safety Reminders

Given the combination of an air quality alert and extreme heat, caution is essential. High temperatures can lead to heat-related illnesses quickly. Residents should stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day and limit outdoor exertion, especially during midday hours when the sun is strongest.

It is also advisable to check on elderly neighbors or those who may be vulnerable to heat stress. While the air quality alert does not specify severity levels, individuals with respiratory sensitivities should monitor their symptoms and consider limiting time outdoors if they experience discomfort.

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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