*As of Jul 29, 1 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions
Van Alstyne, TX, is currently under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service. The alert carries a moderate severity rating and is expected to remain in effect through the upcoming evening hours. Residents are advised that dangerous heat conditions are present right now.
Current observations indicate an air temperature of 93F, but the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel significantly hotter. The feels-like temperature, or heat index, is currently at 105F. Humidity levels are high, with a relative humidity of 56% and a dew point of 75F, creating an oppressively humid atmosphere.
Winds are blowing from the south at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 10 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.
Forecast Outlook
The heat will persist through today. Forecasts call for mostly sunny skies with a high near 99F. Overnight, temperatures will drop to a low near 77F, though they may rise slightly to around 79F later in the night. The heat index is expected to remain elevated at values as high as 101F tonight. Winds will continue from the south at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow looks to be even hotter. Sunny skies are expected with a high near 100F. The heat index could climb as high as 105F during the day.
Winds will shift slightly to the south-southwest, maintaining speeds of 5 to 10 mph. Overnight tomorrow, conditions will become mostly clear with a low around 78F. Temperatures may rise to around 81F before dawn, with heat index values reaching as high as 106F.
