*As of Aug 15, 11 AM local time.*
Current Heat and Humidity
Princeton is currently under a Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service. The alert is classified as moderate severity and is expected to remain in effect until this evening. Right now, the air temperature sits at 90 degrees Fahrenheit, but the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel like 98 degrees.
The relative humidity is 59 percent, with a dew point of 73 degrees, contributing to the muggy sensation. Winds are blowing from the south at 9 miles per hour, with gusts reaching 14 miles per hour. The sky is currently clear, offering no immediate relief from the solar radiation.
Today's Outlook and Tonight
Residents should expect sunny conditions throughout the day, with the high temperature reaching near 100 degrees. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 1 percent. Heat index values are projected to climb as high as 107 degrees during the afternoon hours.
South winds will range between 10 and 15 miles per hour. As night falls, the sky will remain mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low around 79 degrees, though they may rise slightly to around 81 degrees overnight.
The heat index will still reach 104 degrees, and south winds will continue at 10 to 15 miles per hour.
