Princeton Heat Index Hits 97F; Humidity Lingers Tonight

Current Conditions and Heat

Princeton is experiencing very hot conditions right now, with the air temperature at 91F. Due to the humidity, the feels-like temperature is reaching 97F. The relative humidity is at 49%, with a dew point of 70F, indicating quite humid air. Winds are light at 7 mph, with no gusts reported, and the sky remains clear.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Today, the high is near NoneF, with a low near 78F. There is a 9% chance of precipitation, and skies will be partly cloudy. As tonight approaches, conditions will remain partly cloudy with a low around 78F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 80F during the overnight hours. Winds will shift to the south southeast, blowing at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow and Safety Notes

Tomorrow, the high will be near 97F, with a low near 79F. The sky will start sunny, but there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. The chance of precipitation is 16% for the day, though the official forecast notes a 20% chance later. Heat index values could reach as high as 103F. Winds will continue from the south at 5 to 10 mph.

There are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts in effect for this area. However, given the high heat index values, it is important to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on neighbors who may be vulnerable to the heat. While the chance of storms is slight, be aware of changing skies in the late afternoon.

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com