*As of Aug 13, 5 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Persist
College Station is currently under the influence of dangerous heat conditions this evening. The air temperature stands at 99F, but the combination of heat and moisture creates a feels-like temperature of 106F. This elevated heat index poses significant risks for anyone spending time outdoors.
The relative humidity is currently at 40%, with a dew point of 70F, indicating quite humid air that traps heat and reduces the body's ability to cool itself through evaporation. Winds are blowing from the south at 14 mph, with gusts reaching 17 mph, providing minimal relief from the oppressive warmth.
The sky remains mostly clear, allowing solar radiation to continue heating the surface even as the sun sets.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, the high reached near 99F, with a low near 76F. The chance of precipitation was minimal at 2%, with sunny skies dominating the day. As the evening transitions into tonight, conditions will shift to partly cloudy skies.
The low will drop to around 76F. Despite the cloud cover, heat index values will remain high, peaking as high as 109F. South winds will persist, ranging from 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Looking ahead to tomorrow, the heat will continue. The high is forecast to be near 97F, with a low near 77F. Skies will be mostly sunny, and the heat index will climb as high as 110F.
South winds will continue at 5 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph. There is a 20% chance of precipitation tomorrow. As the day ends and tomorrow night approaches, skies will become mostly clear with a low around 77F.
