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5-day forecast / Van Alstyne, TX

MondaySunny103° / 78° 2%
TuesdaySunny101° / 79°
WednesdaySunny101° / 78° 1%
ThursdaySunny101° / 77° 7%
FridaySunny99° / 75° 7%

Van Alstyne Heat and Humidity Persist Through Weekend - Aug 8, 12 AM

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Temperatures near 99F with high humidity continue in Van Alstyne. No severe weather alerts are active for the area.

Marlene Ortiz

August 8, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Aug 8, 12 AM local time.*

Current Conditions

It is currently Saturday overnight in Van Alstyne, TX, where conditions remain notably humid. The air temperature stands at 81F, but the heat index makes it feel like 84F. Relative humidity is holding at 70%, with a dew point of 70F indicating significant moisture in the air.

Winds are blowing from the south at 7 mph, with gusts reaching up to 16 mph. The sky remains clear under these conditions.

Weekend Forecast

The heat and humidity show no signs of abating as the weekend progresses. Today is expected to be sunny with a high near 99F and a low around 77F. There is an 11% chance of precipitation, though skies will remain largely clear.

The National Weather Service indicates that heat index values could climb as high as 103F during the day due to the combination of temperature and humidity. Winds will shift slightly to the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph.

Tonight, conditions will transition to partly cloudy skies before becoming mostly clear later in the night. Temperatures will drop to a low around 76F, though they may rise slightly to around 78F overnight. The heat index is expected to reach up to 100F during this period as well. Winds will continue from the south at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow brings another sunny day with a high near 99F and a low near 77F. Precipitation chances drop to 0%, ensuring dry conditions throughout the day. Heat index values are forecast to peak around 102F. Winds will remain steady from the south at 5 to 10 mph, maintaining the humid atmosphere.

Safety Reminder

With temperatures nearing 100F and high humidity levels, residents should take precautions against heat-related illnesses. It is important to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day. Limiting outdoor exertion during the hottest parts of the afternoon can help prevent heat exhaustion. Additionally, checking on elderly neighbors or those without air conditioning is a prudent step during periods of intense heat and humidity.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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Marlene Ortiz

Marlene Ortiz covers weather, storms, and seasonal life across Van Alstyne and Grayson County.

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