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5-day forecast / Princeton, TX

MondaySunny95° / 74° 11%
TuesdayMostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms94° / 75° 28%
WednesdaySunny97° / 80° 7%
ThursdaySunny99° / 78°
FridaySunny98° / 79°

Dangerous Heat and Humidity Hit Princeton as Storms Lurk - Jul 6, 4 PM

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Princeton faces dangerous heat with a feels-like temperature of 101F. A chance of showers and thunderstorms remains possible today and tomorrow.

Vera Yoder

July 6, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 6, 4 PM local time.*

Dangerous Heat and Humidity

Princeton is currently experiencing dangerous heat conditions this afternoon. The air temperature stands at 95F, but the heat index makes it feel like 101F. Humidity levels are quite high, with a dew point of 70F and relative humidity at 44%. Winds are light, blowing at 6 mph with gusts reaching 12 mph, under a mostly clear sky.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Today, high temperatures will reach near 95F. The National Weather Service indicates a high near 95 with heat index values as high as 103. There is a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms. South winds will be around 5 mph. As evening approaches, a chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected before 1am. Skies will become mostly clear. Lows will drop to near 74F, though temperatures may rise to around 76F overnight. Heat index values could remain as high as 100. Southeast winds will be 0 to 5 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch are possible.

Tomorrow Outlook

Tomorrow, the high will be near 94F. Conditions will start mostly sunny before a chance of showers and thunderstorms develops after 1pm. Heat index values are forecast to reach as high as 102. South southeast winds will range from 0 to 5 mph. The chance of precipitation is 30%, with new rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. There are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts in effect for this area.

Safety Reminders

Given the dangerous heat index values, it is critical to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on neighbors, especially the elderly and those without air conditioning. While storms are possible, the primary concern remains the extreme heat. Please take necessary precautions to stay cool and safe during these high-temperature days.

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

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