*As of Jul 24, 4 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alert Status
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Van Alstyne, Texas, signaling dangerous heat levels that require caution. As of this Friday afternoon, the air temperature stands at 90F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 98F. The relative humidity is at 59%, with a dew point of 73F, indicating quite muggy conditions.
Winds are blowing from the south at 10 mph, with gusts reaching up to 15 mph, while the sky remains cloudy.
The National Weather Service has issued this advisory to warn residents of the significant health risks associated with prolonged exposure to high temperatures. The advisory is classified as moderate in severity and is expected to impact the area. Residents should monitor local conditions closely as the heat builds over the next day.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, the high will reach near 94F, with a low of around 79F expected later. The sky will be partly sunny, and there is only a 1% chance of precipitation. Heat index values are forecast to climb as high as 103F during the day. South winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph.
Tonight, conditions will shift to mostly cloudy skies with a low around 79F. The heat index will remain elevated, staying as high as 103F. Winds will persist from the south around 10 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 20 mph. The chance of rain remains minimal at 1%.
Tomorrow, the heat will intensify further. Expect a high near 98F under mostly sunny skies. The heat index is projected to peak at 106F, making it feel significantly hotter than the actual air temperature.
