*As of Jul 17, 4 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Index
Princeton is experiencing very hot conditions this Friday afternoon. The air temperature stands at 90F, but the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel significantly warmer. The current feels-like temperature is 98F.
Humidity levels are notable, with a dew point of 73F and relative humidity at 59%. Winds are blowing from the south at 13 mph, with gusts reaching 18 mph. The sky remains partly cloudy.
Forecast for Today and Tonight
Today, the high will reach near 91F. The National Weather Service indicates that heat index values will climb as high as 99F during the day. Skies will be partly sunny. South winds will average around 15 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 25 mph. The chance of precipitation is low at 7%.
As evening approaches, conditions will shift. Tonight will be mostly cloudy with a low near 75F. Temperatures are expected to rise to around 77F during the overnight hours. South winds will decrease to between 5 and 15 mph. Residents should note that while the heat will ease slightly, the humidity will persist.
Tomorrow Outlook
Tomorrow, the heat will intensify further. The high will near 95F, with heat index values reaching as high as 101F. Skies will be mostly sunny. South winds will be lighter, ranging from 5 to 10 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph. The chance of rain is minimal at 3%.
