*As of Jul 6, 4 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat and High Humidity
Van Alstyne is currently under the influence of dangerous heat conditions this afternoon. The air temperature stands at 97F, but the heat index makes it feel like 104F. This significant disparity is driven by high humidity levels, with a dew point of 70F and relative humidity at 42%. The sky remains clear, and winds are light at 6 mph with gusts up to 6 mph.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, temperatures will peak near 94F before dropping to a low near 73F tonight. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms, with a 19% probability of precipitation. Overnight, skies will be mostly clear. Temperatures will settle around 73F, though they may rise slightly to around 75F during the night. The heat index will remain elevated, reaching values as high as 98F. Winds will shift to the east southeast at 0 to 5 mph. There is a 20% chance of precipitation, with new rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tomorrow brings similar warmth, with a high near 94F and a low near 74F. The chance of showers and thunderstorms increases slightly to 26%. Skies will be sunny, and the heat index will reach as high as 100F. Winds will be light from the south southeast at 0 to 5 mph. There is a 30% chance of precipitation, with new rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
