*As of Jul 7, 8 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Humidity
The air in Van Alstyne is thick with moisture this morning. Current readings show an air temperature of 75F, but the heat index makes it feel like 77F. Relative humidity sits at a heavy 89%, with a dew point of 72F indicating significant moisture in the atmosphere. The sky is currently clear, and winds are light at 5 mph, with gusts reaching up to 12 mph.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Expect a hot day ahead. Highs will reach near 95F, though temperatures may dip slightly to around 93F in the afternoon. The National Weather Service notes a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms developing after 1pm. The chance of precipitation is listed at 20% for this period. Winds will remain light from the west southwest at 0 to 5 mph. As evening approaches, the sky will become mostly clear. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible before 10pm. Lows will settle near 73F, with temperatures rising slightly to around 75F overnight. Heat index values could climb as high as 98F during the warm hours.
Tomorrow Outlook
Conditions will remain sunny and hot tomorrow. Highs are forecast to reach near 97F. The heat index is expected to hit values as high as 102F. Winds will shift to the south, blowing at 5 to 10 mph. Overnight, skies will be mostly clear with lows around 76F. Temperatures may rise to around 78F overnight, with heat index values reaching 100F. South winds will pick up slightly, around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
