Humidity Rises in Van Alstyne as Temps Approach 96 - Sep 2, 8 AM

*As of Sep 2, 8 AM local time.*

Current Conditions

It is currently Wednesday this morning in Van Alstyne, TX, where the air feels noticeably heavy. The current air temperature stands at 79F, but the heat index pushes that to a feels-like 82F. Relative humidity is sitting at 79%, with a dew point of 72F indicating substantial moisture in the atmosphere.

Winds are currently calm at 0 mph, though gusts have reached up to 6 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Today will be sunny with a high near 96F. Heat index values are expected to climb as high as 100. East southeast winds will pick up slightly, blowing between 5 to 10 mph. There is only a 7% chance of precipitation during the day.

As tonight approaches, conditions will shift. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms becomes possible after 1am. The sky will be mostly clear with a low around 75F. Temperatures may rise to around 77F overnight. Heat index values could reach as high as 97. Southeast winds will increase to 10 to 15 mph. The chance of precipitation for the night is 20%.

Tomorrow Outlook

Tomorrow brings a high near 92F with partly sunny skies. Heat index values may hit 99. South southeast winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph. There remains a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms, with a 20% probability of precipitation. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch are possible.

Safety Reminder

With heat index values reaching into the upper 90s and near 100, residents should prioritize hydration and limit midday exertion. The high humidity can make temperatures feel significantly hotter than they actually are. Please check on neighbors who may be vulnerable to extreme heat. There are no active NWS or NOAA weather alerts at this time.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

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https://open-meteo.com