Current Conditions and Heat Risk
Van Alstyne is currently experiencing dangerous heat conditions. The air temperature stands at 95F, but the heat index makes it feel like 101F. This significant disparity is driven by elevated humidity levels; the relative humidity is at 44% with a dew point of 70F. The sky remains partly cloudy, and winds are light at 8 mph with no reported gusts.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Temperatures will remain high today, with a high near 94F. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 101F. While the morning will be mostly sunny, there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. The chance of precipitation is 20%. Winds will shift to the south southeast around 5 mph.
As evening approaches, the chance for storms continues before 7pm. Conditions will turn partly cloudy with a low near 77F. Overnight, temperatures may rise slightly to around 79F. The heat index will remain high, reaching up to 99F. Winds will increase slightly to 5 to 10 mph from the south southeast.
Tomorrow Outlook
The heat will persist into tomorrow with a high near 96F. The heat index is forecast to climb to 104F, marking a dangerous level of heat stress. The day will begin sunny, but a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible after 4pm. The chance of precipitation remains at 20%. Winds will be from the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph.
Temperatures will drop to a low near 78F tonight. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Conditions will become mostly clear, though temperatures may rise to around 80F overnight. The heat index will stay high at 100F. Winds will continue from the south southeast at 5 to 10 mph.
