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5-day forecast / Princeton, TX

TodaySlight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Clear0° / 76° 16%
FridaySunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms94° / 77° 14%
SaturdayMostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms95° / 77° 10%
SundayMostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms95° / 76° 15%
MondayMostly Sunny94° / 76° 14%

Princeton Heat Index Hits 99F Tonight With Slight Storm Chance

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Princeton, TX, experiences a feels-like temperature of 99F this evening. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible tonight before 10pm, with highs near 92F today.

Vera Yoder

July 3, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Current Conditions and Heat Index

Princeton, Texas, is currently under the influence of very hot and humid air. The air temperature stands at 91F, but the heat index makes it feel like 99F. Relative humidity is at 53%, with a dew point of 72F contributing to the muggy atmosphere. Winds are light at 6 mph, with gusts reaching up to 14 mph. The sky remains clear as of this evening.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Today, temperatures will reach a high near 92F before dropping to a low near 76F. There is a 16% chance of precipitation, with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms expected earlier in the day, followed by mostly clear skies.

Tonight, the slight chance of showers and thunderstorms continues before 10pm. After that, skies will be mostly clear. Temperatures will settle around a low of 76F, though they may rise to around 78F overnight. Winds will shift to the southeast at 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation for tonight is 20%.

Tomorrow Outlook

Tomorrow, Princeton will see sunny skies with a high near 94F. The heat index is expected to reach values as high as 100. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. Winds will be from the south at 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation for the day is 14%.

Tomorrow night, conditions will remain mostly clear with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Lows will be around 77F, with temperatures rising to around 79F overnight. The heat index will reach as high as 98F. Southeast winds will persist at 5 to 10 mph.

Safety Reminder

With heat index values nearing 100F, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit prolonged outdoor exertion during the hottest parts of the day. Check on neighbors and elderly relatives who may be more vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. While there are no active weather alerts, remain aware of the slight chance of storms and be prepared for sudden changes in weather conditions.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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Vera Yoder

Vera Yoder covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Princeton.

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