*As of Aug 20, 2 PM local time.*
Severe Heat Alert in Effect
An Extreme Heat Warning is currently active for the Anna area, issued by the National Weather Service. This severe alert remains in effect until tomorrow evening. Residents should take immediate precautions to avoid heat-related illness.
The current air temperature stands at 100 degrees Fahrenheit, but the heat index makes it feel like 105 degrees. Relative humidity is at 33 percent, with a dew point of 66 degrees. Winds are light at 7 mph, with gusts reaching 9 mph, and the sky is clear.
These conditions create a dangerous environment for outdoor activity, particularly during the hottest parts of the day.
Today and Tonight Outlook
Today will remain sunny with a high near 103 degrees. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms developing after 4 pm. The heat index could reach as high as 107 degrees.
Winds will be from the south southwest around 5 mph. Tonight, the sky will be mostly clear with a low near 79 degrees, though temperatures may rise to around 81 degrees overnight. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms exists before 10 pm.
The heat index will remain high, reaching up to 105 degrees. Winds will shift to the south around 5 mph. The chance of precipitation is 20 percent.
