*As of Jul 21, 1 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Index
Nocatee is currently experiencing dangerous heat conditions this Tuesday afternoon. The air temperature stands at 91F, but the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel like 103F. This oppressive humidity is driven by a dew point of 75F and a relative humidity of 59%.
Winds are blowing from the south at 11 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph. The sky remains mostly cloudy, limiting some solar intensity but trapping heat near the ground.
Forecast for Today and Tonight
Temperatures are expected to peak near 93F today. While the official forecast notes a high near 93 with temperatures falling to around 90 in the afternoon, the heat index will climb as high as 106. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 3pm.
The chance of precipitation is listed at 23%, with new rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Winds may increase slightly, with gusts as high as 22 mph.
As evening approaches, a chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected before 7pm, followed by a slight chance between 7pm and 9pm. The sky will become partly cloudy overnight. Lows will settle near 77F, with temperatures rising to around 78 later in the night.
The heat index will remain elevated at values as high as 101. South winds will persist at 7 to 14 mph, with gusts up to 21 mph. The chance of precipitation for tonight is 30%, with potential rainfall between a quarter and half of an inch.
