Frisco Faces Severe Heat Warning with Highs Near 106 - Aug 18, 11 AM

*As of Aug 18, 11 AM local time.*

Severe Heat Warning in Effect

An Extreme Heat Warning is currently active for the Frisco area, issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. This severe alert remains in effect until 8:00 PM CDT. Additionally, a Heat Advisory is in place until 12:00 PM CDT. These warnings indicate dangerous heat conditions that require immediate caution from residents.

Current Conditions and Today's Outlook

It is currently Tuesday morning in Frisco. The air temperature stands at 90F, with a feels-like temperature of 91F. Relative humidity is at 43%, and the dew point is 64F.

Winds are light at 3 mph, with gusts reaching 15 mph, and the sky is clear. Today will be sunny with a high near 106F and a low near 82F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 1%.

Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 106F. Southwest winds will blow between 5 and 10 mph.

Tonight and Tomorrow

Tonight will be clear with a low around 82F. Temperatures are expected to rise to around 85F overnight. Heat index values may reach 106F, and south winds will be around 10 mph.

Tomorrow will also be sunny, with a high near 105F and a low near 82F. The chance of rain remains at 1%. Heat index values could reach 107F, with south southwest winds around 10 mph.

Given the sustained high temperatures and heat index values, it is crucial to stay hydrated, limit midday exertion, and check on vulnerable neighbors. Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight and seek air-conditioned environments when possible to prevent heat-related illness.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

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https://open-meteo.com