*As of Sep 3, 6 AM local time.*
Severe Flood Watch Active
A severe Flood Watch is currently in effect for the College Station area, issued by the National Weather Service. This alert indicates that conditions are favorable for flooding, and residents should remain vigilant. The watch is valid until early afternoon, meaning the risk of water accumulation is a primary concern for the immediate future.
While the sky is currently mostly clear, the atmospheric setup is shifting rapidly. Current conditions show an air temperature of 79F, but it feels like 83F due to extreme moisture levels. Relative humidity is at 100%, and the dew point sits at 79F, creating an oppressively humid environment that will make the heat feel significantly heavier than the actual temperature suggests.
Winds are light, blowing from the southeast at 6 mph with gusts to 8 mph.
Today and Tonight Outlook
Today will bring a high near 90F and a low near 75F. The atmosphere remains unstable, with a 46% chance of precipitation. Showers and thunderstorms are likely, bringing new rainfall amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch.
The sky will be mostly cloudy, and southeast winds will range from 5 to 10 mph. As night falls, the chance of precipitation remains around 40%, with similar rainfall totals possible. The low temperature will hover around 75F, and the persistent humidity will continue to make the air feel muggy.
Residents should monitor local drainage areas, as even modest rainfall amounts can contribute to localized flooding under these conditions.
