*As of Jul 19, 1 PM local time.*
Oppressive Heat and Humidity Dominate Sunday
Nocatee is currently under the grip of dangerous heat and oppressive humidity this Sunday afternoon. The air temperature stands at 88F, but the heat index makes it feel like 102F. This significant disparity is driven by a dew point of 79F and relative humidity of 75%, creating a muggy atmosphere that can make outdoor exertion hazardous.
Winds are currently blowing at 16 mph, though gusts are reported at 10 mph, with clear skies overhead.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Temperatures are expected to remain elevated through the day. The high for today will reach near 92F, with conditions falling to around 88F in the afternoon. The heat index may climb as high as 105 during peak hours.
There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 4pm and 5pm, with a 20% chance of precipitation overall. Southeast winds will average around 13 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph.
Tonight, skies will become partly cloudy with a low near 77F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 78F overnight. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms persists before 10pm, maintaining a 20% chance of precipitation. Southeast winds will continue at 7 to 13 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph.
Tomorrow, the heat will intensify further with a high near 94F. Conditions will start mostly sunny before a chance of showers and thunderstorms develops after 2pm. The heat index is forecast to reach as high as 109.
