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WednesdaySunny102° / 81° 2%
ThursdaySunny97° / 77° 1%
FridaySunny99° / 80° 1%
SaturdayMostly Sunny100° / 80° 2%
SundaySunny100° / 80° 1%

Princeton, TX: Extreme Heat Warning and Air Quality Alert in Effect - Jul 22, 4 AM

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Princeton faces severe heat and poor air quality. Current feels-like is 86F; today's high near 102F with heat index up to 114. Stay safe.

Vera Yoder

July 22, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 22, 4 AM local time.*

Active Alerts and Current Conditions

Princeton, TX, is currently under multiple active National Weather Service alerts. An Extreme Heat Warning with severe severity is in effect until 8:00 PM CDT today. Additionally, a Heat Advisory with moderate severity runs until 8:00 PM CDT tomorrow. An Air Quality Alert is also active, though its specific severity and urgency are listed as unknown.

It is currently Wednesday overnight. The air temperature is 81F, but the feels-like temperature is 86F due to high humidity. The relative humidity stands at 84%, with a dew point of 75F, creating an oppressively humid atmosphere. Winds are light at 6 mph, with gusts reaching 4 mph, and the sky is clear.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today will be sunny with a high near 102F. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values as high as 114. Northeast winds will blow between 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 2%. Temperatures will drop to a low near 81F tonight.

Tonight, conditions will remain clear with a low around 81F. However, the forecast notes temperatures rising to around 78F overnight, with heat index values as high as 110. Winds will shift to the east northeast at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow will also be sunny, with a high near 97F. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 105. East northeast winds will average around 10 mph. The chance of precipitation remains very low at 1%. Temperatures will fall to a low near 77F tomorrow night, with mostly clear skies and east southeast winds of 5 to 10 mph.

Safety Reminders

Given the Extreme Heat Warning and high heat index values, it is critical to limit outdoor exertion during the hottest parts of the day. Stay hydrated by drinking water frequently, even if you do not feel thirsty. Seek air-conditioned environments whenever possible.

Due to the active Air Quality Alert, individuals with respiratory sensitivities should monitor local air quality reports and limit prolonged outdoor activity if advised. Check on neighbors and elderly relatives to ensure they are safe and cool.

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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