Dangerous Heat and Humidity
Frisco is currently under the influence of dangerous heat conditions. The air temperature stands at 95F, but the heat index makes it feel like 105F. This significant discrepancy is driven by high humidity levels, with a dew point of 73F and relative humidity at 50%. The sky remains partly cloudy, and winds are blowing from the southeast at 8 mph, with gusts reaching up to 12 mph. Residents should recognize that these conditions pose a serious risk to health, particularly for those spending time outdoors.
Forecast for Today and Tonight
Today, the high will reach near 95F, dropping to a low near 78F tonight. There is a 43% chance of precipitation, with showers and thunderstorms possible. According to the National Weather Service, tonight will bring a chance of showers and thunderstorms under mostly cloudy skies. The low will settle around 78F, with heat index values as high as 101F. Southeast winds will average around 10 mph. There is a 40% chance of precipitation, with new rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tomorrow's Outlook
Tomorrow, the high will be near 94F, with a low near 79F. The chance of precipitation is 25%, described as a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7am, followed by a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7am and 1pm. The sky will be mostly sunny, with heat index values as high as 105F. South winds will average around 10 mph. There is a 30% chance of precipitation, with new rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Tomorrow night will be mostly clear, with a low around 79F and heat index values as high as 102F. South winds will average around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
