*As of Sep 20, 2 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Arrives in Aubrey
The sun is beating down on Aubrey, TX, creating hazardous conditions for anyone spending time outdoors. Current air temperatures have reached 95F, but the real danger lies in how hot it feels. With a dew point of 70F and relative humidity at 44%, the heat index is currently soaring to 101F.
This combination of high temperature and significant moisture makes the atmosphere feel oppressive and dangerous.
Sky conditions are mostly cloudy, offering little relief from the sun's intensity. Winds are light, blowing from the south southwest at 6 mph with gusts reaching up to 9 mph. While the breeze is gentle, it is not strong enough to break the heat.
Residents should take this current reading seriously. The National Weather Service notes that heat index values can reach as high as 99F today, reinforcing the need for caution.
Storms Loom for Tonight and Tomorrow
The weather pattern shifts significantly later in the day. Today is expected to be partly sunny with a high near 95F. Temperatures will fall to around 92F in the afternoon before dropping to a low near 73F tonight.
The chance of precipitation today is only 12%, but that number jumps dramatically as evening approaches.\n Tonight, there is a distinct window for severe weather. A chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected between 7pm and 10pm, followed by another chance between 10pm and 4am. The sky will remain mostly cloudy with southeast winds dropping to 0 to 5 mph.
