*As of Aug 20, 6 AM local time.*
Severe Heat Alert in Effect
An Extreme Heat Warning is currently active for the Princeton area, issued by the National Weather Service. This severe alert indicates dangerous heat conditions are expected to persist. Residents should take immediate precautions to avoid heat-related illness. The warning remains in effect until this evening, highlighting the urgency of staying cool and hydrated during the peak heat hours.
Current Conditions and Today's Outlook
It is currently Thursday morning in Princeton. The air temperature stands at 81 degrees Fahrenheit, with a feels-like temperature of 83 degrees. Relative humidity is at 66 percent, and the dew point is 68 degrees.
Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 8 miles per hour, with gusts reaching 14 miles per hour. The sky is clear. Today will be sunny, with a high near 104 degrees.
There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4 p.m., with a 15 percent chance of precipitation. Heat index values could reach as high as 110 degrees. Winds will shift to 5 to 10 miles per hour from the south southwest.
