Heat and Humidity Dominate Van Alskyne Weather Today - Jul 12, 12 PM

*As of Jul 12, 12 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Heat Index

It is currently Sunday this afternoon in Van Alstyne, TX, where the air temperature stands at 90F. The heat index, or "feels like" temperature, is a sweltering 96F. Relative humidity is at 56%, with a dew point of 72F, creating a muggy atmosphere. Winds are light at 9 mph, with gusts reaching 6 mph, while the sky remains mostly cloudy.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Today, the high will reach near 92F. Temperatures are expected to fall to around 89F in the afternoon, though heat index values may climb as high as 98F. There is a 53% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Rainfall amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch are possible. South winds will be around 5 mph.

Tonight, conditions will remain mostly cloudy with a low near 73F. Temperatures may rise to around 75F overnight. The chance of precipitation remains at 50%, with another tenth to a quarter of an inch of rain possible. Winds will shift to east southeast at 0 to 5 mph.

Tomorrow Outlook

Tomorrow, the high will be near 88F. The chance of precipitation is 44%, with showers and thunderstorms possible. Heat index values could again reach 98F. East southeast winds will remain light at 0 to 5 mph. Rainfall totals between a tenth and a quarter of an inch are expected.

There are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts in effect for this area. However, the combination of high heat and humidity warrants caution. Residents should stay hydrated and limit prolonged outdoor exertion during the hottest parts of the day. Keep an eye on the sky for developing storms, as conditions can change quickly with scattered thunderstorms on the horizon.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

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https://open-meteo.com