*As of Jul 22, 12 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat and Air Quality Alerts Active
Princeton, TX, is currently under the influence of severe heat and poor air quality conditions. The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning, a Heat Advisory, and an Air Quality Alert for the area. These alerts remain in effect through the evening and into the next day, signaling hazardous conditions for residents.
Current conditions reflect the intensity of the heat. The air temperature stands at 99F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 112F. The relative humidity is at 47%, with a dew point of 75F, indicating oppressively humid air. Winds are light at 6 mph with gusts up to 10 mph, and the sky remains clear.
The National Weather Service forecasts that today will be sunny with a high near 102F. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 114. Northeast winds will be around 10 mph.
The chance of precipitation is minimal at 2%. Tonight, skies will clear with a low near 76F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 78F overnight.
Heat index values will remain high at 110, with east northeast winds of 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow, the heat will persist but with a slight cooldown. The forecast calls for sunny skies and a high near 97F. Heat index values will be as high as 105, with east northeast winds around 10 mph.
The chance of rain is 1%. Tomorrow night will be mostly clear with a low around 77F. Heat index values will drop to 102, with east southeast winds of 5 to 10 mph.
