*As of Aug 20, 6 AM local time.*
Severe Heat Alert Active
Denton, TX is currently under an Extreme Heat Warning issued by the National Weather Service. This severe alert remains in effect until August 20 at 8:00PM CDT. The warning highlights dangerous heat levels that pose significant risks to public health and safety.
Current conditions reflect the intensity of this event. At this moment on Thursday morning, the air temperature stands at 81F, with a feels-like temperature of 82F. Relative humidity is at 58%, and the dew point is recorded at 64F. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 7 mph, with gusts reaching up to 15 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today will be sunny with a high near 106F and a low near 83F. The chance of precipitation is 11%. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 110 during the day. Winds will shift slightly, coming from the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight, conditions will be mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low around 82F, though they may rise to around 84F overnight. The heat index could still reach values as high as 107. Winds will ease to around 5 mph from the south southeast.
Tomorrow brings another day of intense heat. Expect sunny skies with a high near 106F and a low near 82F. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm, bringing the total chance of precipitation to 21%. Heat index values may climb as high as 111. Winds will be light, around 5 mph from the south.
