Current Conditions and Heat Stress
Van Alstyne is experiencing a significant heat event this Saturday afternoon. The air temperature currently stands at 93F, but the combination of heat and humidity pushes the feels-like temperature to 99F. Relative humidity is at 47%, with a dew point of 70F, creating a muggy atmosphere despite the clear skies.
Wind conditions are notably brisk. South southwest winds are blowing at 22 mph, with gusts reaching up to 36 mph. These strong winds contribute to the high heat index values, which are expected to reach 101F during the peak of the day. The clear sky allows for maximum solar heating, driving temperatures toward the forecast high.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, Van Alstyne will see sunny skies with a high near 95F. The heat index will climb to 101F. South southwest winds will remain around 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 1%.
Tonight, conditions will shift to mostly clear skies. Temperatures will drop to a low around 76F. The heat index will remain elevated, with values as high as 99F. South winds will continue at 15 to 20 mph, with gusts up to 30 mph.
Tomorrow, the pattern repeats with sunny skies and a high near 95F. The heat index will again reach 101F. South winds will persist at 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. There is no chance of precipitation. Temperatures will fall to a low around 76F overnight, with heat index values as high as 100F.
