Current Conditions and Heat Index
Van Alstyne is experiencing very hot conditions this afternoon. The air temperature is currently 90F, but the heat index makes it feel like 96F. Humidity levels are quite high, with a dew point of 72F and relative humidity at 56%. The sky remains clear, and winds are blowing from the south at 7 mph with gusts reaching 12 mph.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Temperatures will rise today, reaching a high near 94F. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values as high as 101F during the day. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm, with a 20% chance of precipitation. Winds will shift to the south around 5 mph.
As evening approaches, the chance for showers and thunderstorms continues before 7pm. Skies will become partly cloudy overnight. The low will drop to around 77F, though temperatures may rise to approximately 79F later in the night. The heat index will remain elevated at values up to 99F. Winds will increase slightly to 5 to 10 mph from the south southeast.
Tomorrow Outlook
Conditions will clear up significantly tomorrow. The sky will be sunny with a high near 96F. Heat index values are expected to climb as high as 104F, making it feel even hotter than the actual air temperature. Winds will come from the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation drops to just 4% for the day.
