*As of Aug 20, 3 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions
Residents in Nocatee are under a Heat Advisory due to dangerously high temperatures and oppressive humidity. The National Weather Service has issued this moderate-severity alert, which remains in effect until 7:00 PM EDT on August 21. Currently, the air temperature stands at 90F, but the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel like 105F.
The relative humidity is at 71%, with a dew point of 79F, creating muggy conditions that make the heat feel more intense.
The official forecast indicates that heat index values will climb as high as 109 today. Skies are currently clear, but partly sunny conditions are expected to develop later in the day. Highs will reach near 95F, with temperatures dropping slightly to around 87F in the afternoon.
Winds will be from the southeast at around 10 mph, with gusts up to 16 mph. There is a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms today, though new rainfall amounts are expected to be less than a tenth of an inch.
Tonight and Tomorrow Outlook
Tonight, conditions will remain partly cloudy with a low near 76F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 77F overnight. A chance of showers and thunderstorms persists before 9pm, with winds shifting to the south at 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation remains at 50%.
Tomorrow, the heat advisory continues until 7:00 PM EDT. Expect mostly sunny skies initially, followed by a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Highs will be near 94F, falling to around 88F in the afternoon.
