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Dangerous Heat Index Hits 101 in Princeton as Temperatures Climb - Jul 31, 8 PM

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Princeton residents face dangerous heat with a feels-like temperature of 101F. Conditions ease slightly tomorrow with cooler highs and sunny skies.

Vera Yoder

August 1, 20261 min read

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

*As of Jul 31, 8 PM local time.*

Immediate Heat Concerns

Princeton is currently experiencing dangerous heat conditions this evening. The air temperature stands at 97F, but the heat index makes it feel like 101F. Relative humidity is at 37% with a dew point of 66F. Winds are blowing from the southwest at 6 mph, with gusts reaching up to 16 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.

Forecast Overview

Temperatures will remain high through the rest of today, with a high near 99F and a low near 77F. There is only a 3% chance of precipitation, and skies will be partly cloudy.

Tonight, conditions will stay partly cloudy with a low around 77F. However, temperatures will rise to around 80F overnight, keeping the heat index values as high as 101F. Southwest winds will decrease to around 5 mph.

Tomorrow, the heat will begin to ease slightly. Skies will be sunny with a high near 96F. North winds will pick up, blowing at 10 to 15 mph.

Tomorrow night, skies will become mostly clear with a low around 72F. Temperatures will rise to around 74F overnight. Winds will shift to north northeast, ranging from 0 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Safety Reminders

With heat index values reaching 101F, it is critical to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on neighbors, especially the elderly and those without air conditioning. Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun during peak heat hours. There are no active National Weather Service alerts at this time, but the dangerous heat remains the primary concern for the region.

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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