*As of Aug 11, 8 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alert Status
Van Alstyne, TX, is currently under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. This moderate-severity alert is expected to remain in effect through this evening. The advisory highlights the potential for dangerous heat levels that could impact health and safety if proper precautions are not taken.
Right now, the air temperature stands at 81F, but the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel like 85F. Relative humidity is sitting at 79%, with a dew point of 73F indicating quite humid conditions. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 13 mph, with gusts reaching up to 22 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today will be sunny with a high near 98F. The National Weather Service forecasts heat index values as high as 104F during the day. South southwest winds are expected to average around 10 mph. There is no chance of precipitation, so residents should expect dry conditions throughout the day.
Tonight, skies will remain clear with a low near 78F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 80F overnight. Heat index values could still reach as high as 102F.
South winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph. Tomorrow follows a similar pattern, featuring sunny skies and a high near 99F. The heat index is projected to peak at 103F.
Winds will be south at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 25 mph. Like today, there is no chance of rain.
