*As of Sep 13, 2 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions
Princeton is currently under a Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service. The alert, which carries a moderate severity level, is expected to remain in effect until tomorrow evening. As of this afternoon, the air temperature stands at 97F, but the heat index makes it feel like 101F.
The sky is clear, and relative humidity is at 37%, with a dew point of 66F. Winds are blowing from the south southeast at 8 mph, with gusts reaching 12 mph. These conditions create a dangerous environment for outdoor activities, particularly during the peak heat hours.
Today and Tonight Outlook
The forecast for today indicates mostly sunny skies with a high near 101F. The heat index values are expected to climb as high as 106F. Winds will shift to around 10 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 20 mph.
The chance of precipitation is minimal at 5%. Tonight, the sky will remain mostly clear, and temperatures will drop to a low near 78F before rising to around 80F overnight. The heat index will still reach 104F, and winds will vary between 5 and 15 mph from the south southeast.
