*As of Aug 27, 6 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat
College Station is currently dealing with a combination of high heat and significant humidity. The air temperature is sitting at 82F, but the feels-like temperature has reached 87F. This muggy sensation is driven by a relative humidity of 70% and a dew point of 72F.
The sky is currently clear, and winds are calm at 0 mph, with gusts reaching up to 7 mph. These conditions set the stage for a very warm day ahead, where the heat index is expected to climb significantly.
Today's Forecast and Storms
Today will be partly sunny with a high near 100F. The heat index values are expected to reach as high as 109F, making the air feel even more oppressive. West winds will blow at 5 to 10 mph.
There is a 56% chance of precipitation, with showers and thunderstorms likely to develop. New rainfall amounts are expected to be less than a tenth of an inch. As the day progresses, the low temperature will settle near 80F.
Tonight, showers and thunderstorms remain likely, with a 60% chance of precipitation. The sky will be mostly cloudy, and south winds will be around 5 mph. Rainfall amounts are again expected to be minimal, staying under a tenth of an inch.
