*As of Jul 8, 12 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Index
Princeton, Texas, is currently under very hot conditions this afternoon. The air temperature stands at 91F, but the heat index makes it feel like 99F. Humidity levels are notable, with a dew point of 72F and relative humidity at 53%. Winds are light, blowing from the south southwest at 6 mph with gusts reaching 10 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Temperatures will rise significantly today, with a high near 97F. The National Weather Service indicates that heat index values could reach as high as 102 during the day. While the morning will be sunny, there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. The chance of precipitation is listed at 21%, with any new rainfall amounts expected to be less than a tenth of an inch. Winds will shift to a south southwest direction at 5 to 10 mph.
As the day transitions to tonight, conditions will remain mostly clear. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible before 7pm, with a 20% chance of precipitation. The low will drop to around 78F. Heat index values may still reach 101 early in the evening. Winds will pick up slightly, coming from the south around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tomorrow Outlook
Tomorrow, Princeton will see a return to sunny skies with no chance of precipitation. The high will climb near 99F, and heat index values are expected to reach 102. Winds will increase to a south southwest direction at 10 to 15 mph. Overnight, the sky will clear with a low around 77F. Heat index values will remain high at 99, with south winds continuing at 10 to 15 mph and gusts up to 25 mph.
