Current Conditions and Heat
Van Alstyne is experiencing very hot and humid conditions this afternoon. The air temperature stands at 91F, but the heat index makes it feel like 99F. Relative humidity is at 53%, with a dew point of 72F, contributing to the muggy atmosphere. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 10 mph, with gusts reaching 16 mph. The sky remains partly cloudy as the day progresses.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Today, temperatures will peak near 90F before dropping to a low near 76F. There is a slight chance of rain showers, with precipitation probability at 22%. The National Weather Service indicates a slight chance of rain showers today, with heat index values potentially reaching 101. South southwest winds will remain around 10 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch are possible.
Tonight, conditions will shift to mostly cloudy skies. A slight chance of rain showers is expected before 7pm, followed by a chance of showers and thunderstorms. The low will settle around 76F, though temperatures may rise to around 78F overnight. The heat index could still reach 101F. Winds will decrease to south southeast at 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation is 30%, with less than a tenth of an inch of rain possible.
Tomorrow Outlook
Tomorrow, Van Alstyne will see a high near 92F and a low near 75F. The sky will be mostly sunny, with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1pm. The heat index is forecast to reach 101F. South southwest winds will continue at 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation is 19%. Overnight, skies will clear to mostly clear, with temperatures rising to around 77F. The heat index will drop to 99F, with south winds at 5 to 10 mph.
