*As of Aug 10, 5 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
Van Alstyne, TX is currently under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. This moderate-severity alert remains in effect until August 11 at 8:00PM CDT. The advisory highlights dangerous heat conditions that are expected to impact the area.
Current observations indicate an air temperature of 97F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel significantly hotter. The current feels-like temperature stands at 104F. Relative humidity is at 42%, with a dew point of 70F, contributing to the muggy atmosphere.
Winds are blowing from the south at 14 mph, with gusts reaching up to 16 mph. The sky remains mostly clear as of this evening.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
The National Weather Service forecasts sunny conditions for today, with a high near 97F. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 105 during the day. South winds will persist at 10 to 15 mph.
Overnight tonight, skies will clear, allowing temperatures to drop to a low around 77F. However, temperatures may rise slightly to around 79F later in the night. The heat index could remain as high as 102 even after sunset.
South winds of 10 to 15 mph are expected to continue.
Tomorrow will also be sunny with a high near 97F. Heat index values may climb to 106, making it feel even hotter than the actual air temperature. Winds will shift slightly to south-southwest but remain in the 10 to 15 mph range.
