Current Conditions and Heat Index
Van Alstyne is experiencing a notably hot and humid evening. The air temperature currently sits at 88F, but the combination of heat and moisture pushes the feels-like temperature to a stifling 98F. This oppressive humidity is driven by a dew point of 75F and a relative humidity level of 66%.
Despite the muggy air, the sky remains clear. Winds are active, blowing from the south at 14 mph with gusts reaching up to 28 mph. These breezes provide some relief from the stagnant heat, though the high dew point ensures the air feels heavy and thick. Residents should be aware that the heat index values indicate conditions that can feel significantly hotter than the actual air temperature.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, the high reached near 92F, contributing to the overall warm pattern. The chance of precipitation was minimal at just 1%, leaving the day mostly clear. As evening approaches, temperatures are expected to drop to a low near 75F. The National Weather Service indicates that tonight will remain mostly clear with south winds continuing between 10 to 15 mph.
Looking ahead to tomorrow, conditions will shift slightly but remain warm. The sky is expected to be mostly sunny with a high near 89F. Heat index values are forecast to reach as high as 97F, maintaining the oppressive feel. South winds will persist at 10 to 15 mph. The chance of rain remains very low at 3%. Tomorrow night, skies will clear again with a low around 76F and south winds around 10 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph.
