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Van Alstyne Faces Dangerous Heat With Feels-Like of 105F - Aug 12, 5 PM

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Van Alstyne, TX residents are bracing for dangerous heat today with a high near 99F and feels-like temperatures reaching 105F. Humidity levels remain elevated.

Marlene Ortiz

August 12, 20262 min read

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

*As of Aug 12, 5 PM local time.*

Dangerous Heat Conditions

Van Alstyne is currently under the influence of dangerous heat conditions this evening. The air temperature stands at 95F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 105F. Relative humidity is holding at 50%, with a dew point of 73F indicating quite humid air.

Winds are blowing from the south at 15 mph, with gusts reaching up to 17 mph, while the sky remains clear.

Forecast Overview

Today will be sunny with a high near 99F and a low near 79F. There is no chance of precipitation. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 108 during the day. South winds will continue around 15 mph, with gusts potentially hitting 25 mph.

Tonight will be clear with a low around 79. The heat index may remain as high as 105. South winds will persist at around 15 mph, with gusts increasing to as high as 30 mph.

Tomorrow is forecast to be sunny with a high near 100F and a low near 78F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 1%. Heat index values are expected to reach up to 105. South winds will range from 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

Tomorrow night will be clear with a low around 78, though temperatures may rise to around 80 overnight. Heat index values could still reach 105. South winds will remain between 15 and 20 mph, with gusts up to 30 mph.

Safety Reminder

There are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts for this area. However, the extreme heat requires caution. Residents should hydrate frequently and limit midday exertion to avoid heat-related illnesses.

Check on neighbors, especially the elderly and those with health conditions, who may be more vulnerable to high temperatures. Stay in air-conditioned spaces as much as possible and never leave people or pets in parked vehicles.

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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