*As of Sep 12, 2 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions
Denton, Texas, is currently under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service. The advisory carries a moderate severity rating and is expected to remain in effect through the evening. Current conditions reflect the intensity of this event, with the air temperature at 99F but a feels-like temperature soaring to 108F due to significant humidity.
The relative humidity stands at 42%, with a dew point of 72F, creating a muggy atmosphere that exacerbates the heat stress.
The sky remains clear as winds blow from the south-southeast at 10 mph, with gusts reaching up to 16 mph. This combination of high temperatures and moisture levels creates hazardous conditions for outdoor activities. The National Weather Service has noted that heat index values are expected to reach as high as 110 during the day.
Forecast and Safety Guidance
Today will see sunny skies with a high near 102F. Temperatures are expected to fall slightly to around 100F in the afternoon before dropping to a low near 81F tonight. Overnight, conditions will remain clear with lows rising to around 83F as heat index values stay elevated at up to 106. Winds will lighten to 5 to 10 mph from the south-southeast.
