Current Conditions and Heat Index
It is currently Saturday evening in Van Alstyne, TX, where the heat remains intense. The air temperature stands at 93F, but the combination of heat and moisture pushes the feels-like temperature to 99F. Relative humidity is at 47%, with a dew point of 70F, creating a muggy atmosphere that makes the heat feel more oppressive. Winds are light at 7 mph with gusts up to 14 mph, and the sky remains clear.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, Van Alstyne will see partly cloudy skies with a high near 97F and a low near 77F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 5%. As the day transitions into tonight, conditions will remain partly cloudy. Temperatures will drop to a low around 77F, though they may rise slightly to around 79F during the overnight hours. The heat index will remain high, reaching values as high as 97F. South southeast winds will be around 5 mph.
Tomorrow, the heat will continue with a high near 98F. The sky will be mostly sunny initially, but there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. The overall chance of precipitation is 23%, with the National Weather Service noting a 20% chance for the day. Heat index values are expected to climb as high as 102F. Southwest winds will be around 5 mph. For tomorrow night, there is also a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy skies will prevail with a low around 75F, potentially rising to 77F overnight. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch are possible. East southeast winds will be around 5 mph.
