Van Alstyne Heat and Wind Continue Through Tomorrow

Current Conditions and Heat Index

It is currently Saturday this afternoon in Van Alstyne, TX, where the heat is already quite noticeable. The air temperature stands at 90F, but the combination of humidity and wind makes it feel like 96F. The relative humidity is at 56%, with a dew point of 72F, indicating a muggy atmosphere despite the clear skies. Winds are brisk, blowing at 24 mph with gusts reaching 31 mph.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today, the sun will remain mostly out, with a high near 95F. The heat index is expected to climb as high as 101F. South southwest winds will persist around 20 mph, with gusts up to 30 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 1%. Temperatures will drop to a low near 76F tonight. During the night, skies will turn mostly clear, and the heat index will remain elevated, reaching up to 99F. South winds will continue at 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.

Tomorrow, conditions will remain sunny with a high near 95F. The heat index will again reach as high as 101F. South winds will stay steady at 15 to 20 mph, with gusts up to 30 mph. There is no chance of precipitation. Overnight, temperatures will settle around 76F, rising slightly to around 78F later in the night. The heat index will be as high as 100F, with south winds continuing at 15 to 20 mph and gusts up to 30 mph.

Safety and Awareness

There are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts in effect for this area. However, the persistent heat and humidity require caution. It is important to stay hydrated and limit prolonged outdoor exertion, especially during the peak heat hours. Check on neighbors and loved ones who may be vulnerable to the heat. While the wind is strong, it does not mitigate the heat index, so standard heat safety measures should remain in place.

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com