*As of Sep 13, 3 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
Van Alstyne residents are currently under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service. This moderate-severity alert remains in effect until Sunday evening, signaling dangerous heat conditions that require caution. At this moment on Sunday afternoon, the air temperature stands at 97F, but the combination of humidity and wind creates a feels-like temperature of 101F.
The relative humidity is at 37% with a dew point of 66F. Winds are blowing from the south-southeast at 12 mph, with gusts reaching 14 mph, while the sky remains clear.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies to persist through the remainder of today. Highs will reach near 100F, with heat index values climbing as high as 104F. South-southeast winds will hover around 10 mph.
The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 5%. As tonight approaches, conditions will become mostly clear. Lows will settle near 77F, though temperatures may rise slightly to around 79F overnight.
Heat index values will remain elevated, peaking near 103F, with lighter south-southeast winds of 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow continues the pattern of sunny skies and significant heat. Highs are expected to reach near 99F, with heat index values as high as 102F. Winds will shift to the south, ranging from 5 to 15 mph.
