*As of Jul 7, 1 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Nocatee, TX, signaling dangerous heat conditions for the area. The National Weather Service has issued this moderate-severity alert, which is expected to impact residents through the evening. Right now, the air temperature stands at 91F, but the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel like 101F. The relative humidity is at 56%, with a dew point of 73F, creating a muggy atmosphere. Winds are currently blowing from the south at 6 mph, with gusts reaching up to 12 mph under mostly clear skies.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Today, Nocatee will see a high near 95F, though temperatures may drop to around 92F in the afternoon. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 107. There is a chance of showers and thunderstorms, with precipitation chances listed at 45% in the general forecast and up to 50% according to the official National Weather Service outlook. South winds will increase to around 12 mph, with gusts as high as 17 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch are possible.
Tonight, conditions will shift to mostly cloudy skies with a low around 77F. The heat index will remain elevated, reaching up to 102. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10pm, with a 20% chance of precipitation. Southwest winds will persist at 6 to 12 mph, with gusts up to 17 mph. Rainfall totals are expected to remain minimal, under a tenth of an inch.
Tomorrow Outlook
Tomorrow, the region will see sunny skies with a high near 96F. Temperatures may fall slightly to around 94F in the afternoon. The heat index is forecast to climb as high as 111, making it feel significantly hotter than the actual air temperature. Southwest winds will be lighter, ranging from 6 to 9 mph. While the general forecast indicates a 13% chance of precipitation, the official National Weather Service notes a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, with a 20% chance of rain. Partly cloudy skies will follow, with a low around 78F. The heat index will reach 103, and south winds will blow at 5 to 10 mph.
