*As of Aug 29, 2 PM local time.*
Extreme Heat and Air Quality Concerns
Frisco is currently experiencing intense heat, with the air temperature sitting at 99F and feeling like 99F. The sky is clear, and relative humidity is low at 29%, with a dew point of 61F. Winds are blowing from the south at 8 mph, with gusts reaching 10 mph.
An active Air Quality Alert has been issued by the National Weather Service for the Fort Worth area. While the specific severity and urgency are not detailed in the current data, residents should remain aware of potential respiratory irritants in the air. This alert adds another layer of caution to an already challenging day of extreme temperatures.
Today's and Tonight's Outlook
The day will remain sunny, with the high temperature expected to reach near 102F. Heat index values could climb as high as 104F, making the air feel significantly hotter than the actual temperature. The low temperature will be near 80F.
The chance of precipitation is minimal at 1%. As night falls, conditions will remain mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to around 80F but may rise to approximately 82F overnight.
Heat index values could reach 102F during the evening hours. Winds will shift to the south-southeast, blowing around 10 mph.
