Humid start for Van Alstyne as heat index may top 100F - Aug 7, 8 AM

*As of Aug 7, 8 AM local time.*

Humid start in Van Alstyne

Quite humid air is the main story, with a dew point of 73F and relative humidity at 74%. It is currently Friday this morning in Van Alstyne, and the air temperature is 82F. It feels like 88F under a clear sky. Wind is 5 mph, with gusts to 19 mph.

Today, tonight and tomorrow

Sunshine will dominate today, with a high near 99F and a low near 77F. The heat index may climb as high as 102F. The chance of precipitation is 3%, so rain is not a major part of the outlook. Wind today is expected from the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph.

Tonight should stay mostly clear, with a low around 77F and heat index values as high as 102F. The southeast wind is forecast at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow stays sunny, with a high near 97F and a low near 76F. The heat index may reach 101F, and the chance of precipitation is 14%. South wind is expected at 5 to 10 mph.

Alerts and safety

There are no active NWS/NOAA weather alerts for Van Alstyne.

Even without an alert, the humidity and high heat index values can make the heat harder on the body. Drink water, take breaks when you can, and limit strenuous outdoor activity when heat is affecting you. Check on people and pets who may be more vulnerable to the heat, and keep shaded or cooled spaces in mind if you will be outside.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com