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Heat climbs for Father's Day, First day of Summer
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Thomas Patrick , as published by KXXV (ABC 25) News
· June 20, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Temperatures are forecasted to reach the mid-90s, with a heat index of around 100 degrees.
Central Texas is expected to experience hot and humid weather on Father's Day and the first day of Summer. Temperatures are forecasted to reach the mid-90s, with a heat index of around 100 degrees. As of 9pm, all showers and storms had dissipated from the area.
However, there is still a slight chance of pop-up thunderstorms, with a 20% chance of occurrence. Further details on the weather forecast are available from KXXV (ABC 25) News, including updates on the potential for additional storms and temperature fluctuations.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 20, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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