*As of Jul 9, 12 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Index
Princeton is under the influence of very hot air this afternoon. The current air temperature stands at 93F, but the combination of heat and moisture pushes the feels-like temperature to 99F. Relative humidity is at 47%, with a dew point of 70F, indicating quite humid conditions that contribute to the muggy feel. The sky remains clear, and winds are blowing from the south southwest at 9 mph, with gusts reaching 14 mph.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
The National Weather Service forecasts a continuation of this intense heat pattern. Today will be sunny with a high near 99F. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 103 during the peak afternoon hours. Winds will increase slightly to 10 to 15 mph from the south southwest. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 1%.
Tonight, skies will clear out, but the heat will linger. Temperatures will drop to a low around 78F, though they may rise to around 80F overnight. The heat index will remain elevated, with values as high as 101. South winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph.
Tomorrow brings another sunny day with a high near 99F. The heat index is forecast to reach 102. South winds will persist at 10 to 15 mph. The chance of rain remains low at 1%. Tomorrow night will be mostly clear with a low around 77F and a heat index up to 100.
