*As of Aug 14, 5 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
Princeton, Texas, is currently under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. This moderate-severity alert highlights dangerous heat conditions that are expected to persist through this evening. The advisory was originally issued on August 14 and remains in effect until 8:00 PM CDT on that same day.
Right now, the air temperature stands at 99F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel significantly hotter. The current feels-like temperature is 102F, with a relative humidity of 33% and a dew point of 64F. Winds are blowing from the south at 16 mph, with gusts reaching up to 29 mph under clear skies.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today remains sunny with a high near 100F. The National Weather Service notes that heat index values could climb as high as 104 during the peak of the day. South winds will hover around 15 mph, with gusts potentially hitting 25 mph. There is no chance of precipitation today.
Tonight, skies will turn mostly clear with a low near 79F. The heat index is expected to remain elevated, with values as high as 102. South winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph.
Tomorrow brings another sunny day with a high near 100F and a low around 79F. The heat index may reach 103. Winds will shift slightly to the south-southwest at 10 to 15 mph. Precipitation chances remain negligible at just 2%.
