*As of Aug 17, 11 AM local time.*
Intense Heat and Active Alerts
Princeton is currently experiencing significant heat, with the air temperature at 93F and a feels-like temperature of 95F. The sky is clear, and relative humidity stands at 39% with a dew point of 64F. Winds are blowing from the southwest at 8 mph, with gusts reaching 12 mph.
Two active alerts from the National Weather Service Fort Worth office are in effect for the area. A Heat Advisory, classified as moderate severity, is expected to remain in place until 8:00 PM CDT. Additionally, an Air Quality Alert was issued earlier, though its specific severity and urgency are currently unknown.
Residents should monitor their health closely given these combined atmospheric conditions.
Today’s Forecast and Conditions
Today will be sunny with a high near 105F. Temperatures are expected to fall to around 103F in the afternoon, while heat index values may reach 105F. The chance of precipitation is low at 10%.
Southwest winds will average around 5 mph. Tonight, the sky will remain mostly clear with a low around 79F. However, temperatures are expected to rise to around 81F overnight, with heat index values again reaching 105F.
South southeast winds will blow at approximately 5 mph. The lack of significant cloud cover means the heat will persist into the evening hours.
