*As of Aug 21, 3 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Alert
Nocatee, TX is currently experiencing oppressive heat and humidity this Friday afternoon. The air temperature stands at 88F, but the heat index makes it feel like 102F. Relative humidity is at 75%, with a dew point of 79F contributing to the muggy atmosphere. Winds are blowing from the southeast at 11 mph, with gusts reaching 3 mph, under clear skies.
A Special Weather Statement (severity Moderate, urgency Expected) is currently active for the area. This alert was issued by the National Weather Service in Jacksonville, FL, on August 21 at 2:45PM EDT. Residents should remain aware of this advisory as conditions evolve.
Forecast and Safety Guidance
Today, temperatures will peak near 94F before falling to around 88F in the afternoon. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 106F. There is a 34% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Southeast winds will average around 12 mph with gusts up to 17 mph. Rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch are possible.
Tonight, skies will turn mostly cloudy with a low near 75F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 76F overnight. A chance of showers and thunderstorms persists before midnight. South winds will range from 5 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 17 mph. The chance of precipitation is 40%, with similar rainfall totals possible.
Tomorrow, the high will again reach near 94F, dropping to around 88F in the afternoon. The heat index could hit 106F. Conditions will be mostly sunny initially, followed by a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2pm and 4pm, then continuing later.
