Anyone having to be outdoors today, should stay well hydrated and not be out anymore than necessary.  Not only are the temperatures going to be very hot, but the dew point and humidity will create a very high heat index.  A heat advisory, as well as a good chance for severe weather, have been issued by the Weather Service for tomorrow.  A few storms could develop today but a very slight chance.

Our 1:45 PM temperature is 88°F (31°C), the humidity is 62%, and skies are clear.  Winds are from the south at 2-5 mph, and the pressure is 30.03 in (1016.9 mb) and falling.  The dew point is 68°F (20°C), and visibility is 18 miles.  Record temps for August 25 are 96°F (1948), and 38°F (1977).  Sunrise was at 6:56 AM, and sunset will be at 8:23 PM.

DURAND / OWOSSO FORECAST:

This Afternoon:  Mostly clear.  A slight chance of showers late.  High near  90°F (32°C).  Winds SSW at 5-10 mph.  Chance of rain 20%.

Tonight:  Partly cloudy with increasing clouds overnight.  Low near 72°F (22°C).  Wind S at 1-5 mph.

Tuesday:  Partly cloudy.  High near 91°F (33°C).  Thunderstorms, some could be severe.  Heat Index as high as 100°F.  Winds SW at 5-10 mph.  Chance of rain 50%.