*As of Jul 22, 5 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Index
It is currently Wednesday evening in Nocatee, TX, where the combination of high temperatures and significant moisture is creating dangerous heat stress conditions. The air temperature stands at 88F, but the heat index makes it feel like 100F. This disparity is driven by an oppressively humid atmosphere, with the relative humidity at 70% and a dew point of 77F.
These moisture levels trap heat against the skin, making the environment feel much hotter than the actual air temperature suggests.
The sky remains clear as the day winds down, but the heat lingers. Winds are blowing at 17 mph, with gusts matching that speed, providing minimal relief from the thermal load. Residents should recognize that a feels-like temperature of 100F poses serious health risks, particularly for those spending time outdoors.
The body struggles to cool itself effectively when humidity is this high, increasing the likelihood of heat-related illnesses.
Forecast for Today, Tonight, and Tomorrow
The National Weather Service indicates that the heat will persist through the rest of today and into tomorrow. Today is expected to be mostly sunny with a high near 93F. Temperatures will drop slightly to around 91F in the afternoon, but the heat index will climb as high as 103.
Southeast winds will average around 15 mph, with gusts reaching up to 23 mph. The chance of precipitation is low at 10%.
Tonight, skies will turn partly cloudy. The low will settle near 78F, with temperatures rising to around 79F overnight. The heat index will remain elevated at 100.
