*As of Jul 28, 4 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
Van Alstyne, TX, is currently under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service. The advisory carries a moderate severity rating and is expected to remain in effect through the evening. Conditions are already hazardous, with the air temperature at 97F and a feels-like temperature of 104F.
The atmosphere is holding significant moisture, evidenced by a dew point of 70F and relative humidity at 42%. Winds are currently blowing from the south at 8 mph, with gusts reaching 12 mph, while the sky remains clear.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, the sun will dominate the sky, driving a high near 100F. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values could climb as high as 108. South winds will hover around 10 mph. There is no chance of precipitation today.
Tonight, skies will transition to partly cloudy conditions. Temperatures will drop to a low near 79F, though they may rise slightly to around 81F during the overnight hours. Heat index values will remain elevated, peaking near 108. South winds will persist at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow, the region will see mostly sunny skies with a high near 99F. The heat will intensify further, with heat index values reaching as high as 109. Winds will shift to the south-southwest, maintaining speeds of 5 to 10 mph.
The chance of precipitation is minimal at 2%. Overnight tomorrow, skies will clear to partly cloudy, with lows around 79F and heat indices up to 107.
