*As of Sep 5, 2 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
Prosper, TX, is currently experiencing dangerous heat levels as an active Heat Advisory remains in effect. The National Weather Service has issued this moderate-severity alert due to the combination of high temperatures and humidity. Right now, the air temperature stands at 95F, but the heat index makes it feel like 101F.
The atmosphere is holding significant moisture, with a dew point of 70F and relative humidity at 44%. Winds are currently light at 7 mph, with gusts reaching up to 10 mph, while the sky remains mainly clear.
Today and Tomorrow Forecast
Today will be sunny with a high near 99F. The National Weather Service notes that heat index values could climb as high as 104 during the afternoon hours. South southeast winds will range from 5 to 10 mph. There is only a 3% chance of precipitation, leaving the day dry and hot.
Tonight, skies will clear out with a low around 79F. Despite the drop in actual temperature, the heat index will remain elevated, staying as high as 101. Winds will ease to between 0 and 10 mph from the south southeast. The chance of rain remains minimal at 3%.
Tomorrow brings another sunny day with a high near 100F. Temperatures are expected to fall slightly to around 98F in the afternoon, though heat index values will still reach up to 103. Southeast winds will be light, ranging from 0 to 10 mph.
Precipitation chances stay low at 3%. Tomorrow night will be mostly clear with a low around 79F, though temperatures may rise to around 81 overnight. Heat index values could hit 104 again as humidity lingers.
