Current Conditions and Heat Index
The air in Van Alstyne is currently heavy with heat and moisture. At this moment, the thermometer reads 88F, but the combination of temperature and humidity pushes the feels-like temperature up to 98F. This oppressive heat is driven by a dew point of 75F and a relative humidity level of 66%. The sky remains clear, but the atmosphere feels thick and stagnant despite the movement in the air. Winds are blowing from the south at 18 mph, with gusts reaching as high as 31 mph, providing the only relief from the stagnant heat.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, the high will hover near 88F, with a low expected around 74F. There is a minimal chance of precipitation at just 4%, and skies will be partly cloudy. As tonight approaches, conditions will remain partly cloudy with a low around 74. The south wind will persist, slowing slightly to around 15 mph but still producing gusts up to 25 mph.
Tomorrow brings a slight increase in warmth, with a high near 89F. The heat index is expected to reach values as high as 98, mirroring the current discomfort. Skies will be mostly sunny, offering little shade from the sun. The south wind will continue at around 15 mph, with gusts hitting 25 mph. Overnight into tomorrow night, the sky will clear to mostly clear conditions, allowing temperatures to drop to a low around 75F. Winds will remain steady at 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
