*As of Jul 12, 8 AM local time.*
Muggy Start to the Weekend
The air in Frisco is thick with moisture this Sunday morning, creating an oppressively humid atmosphere that feels heavy on the skin. Current conditions show an air temperature of 81F, but the heat index makes it feel like 87F. Relative humidity sits at a stifling 89%, with a dew point of 77F indicating saturated air. Winds are light, blowing from the south at 8 mph with gusts reaching 10 mph, while the sky remains overcast.
Storms and Heat Ahead
Temperatures will climb significantly through the day, with a high near 93F expected. Despite the heat, the sky will be partly sunny at times. The National Weather Service indicates a 51% chance of showers and thunderstorms today. Rainfall amounts could range from a tenth to a quarter of an inch. Heat index values are projected to reach as high as 100F, making the afternoon feel even more intense than the actual air temperature. Winds will shift to the south around 5 mph.
Tonight, conditions will remain mostly cloudy with a low near 75F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 77F during the night. The chance of precipitation remains at 50%, with potential rainfall between a half and three quarters of an inch. Southeast winds will be around 5 mph.
Tomorrow brings similar humid conditions with a high near 91F. Showers and thunderstorms are likely before 7am, continuing through the morning and early afternoon. The sky will be partly sunny, and heat index values will again hit 100F. Winds will be light, ranging from 0 to 5 mph from the southeast. Rainfall totals for the day are expected to be between a tenth and a quarter of an inch.
