*As of Sep 14, 2 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions
Van Alstyne, TX, is currently under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service. The advisory carries moderate severity and is expected to remain in effect until September 15 at 8:00PM CDT. This alert highlights the significant risk posed by the current heat levels, which are already impacting how residents experience the weather.
Right now, the air temperature stands at 97F. However, due to humidity levels of 39% and a dew point of 68F, the perceived heat is much higher. The feels-like temperature is currently 102F. Winds are blowing from the south at 8 mph with gusts reaching up to 16 mph, while the sky remains mostly clear.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
The National Weather Service forecasts continued sunny conditions today with a high near 98F. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 103 during the day. South winds will pick up slightly, ranging from 10 to 15 mph. There is only a 1% chance of precipitation.
Tonight, skies will clear completely. Temperatures will drop to a low near 77F, though they may rise to around 79F overnight. Despite the cooling trend, the heat index will still reach values as high as 100. South winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph.
Tomorrow brings another sunny day with a high near 99F. The heat index is projected to hit 102. Winds will remain from the south at 10 to 15 mph.
Precipitation chances remain negligible at 1%. Tomorrow night will be clear with a low around 77F, rising to about 79F overnight. Heat indices will again reach 100, with winds shifting to south-southeast at 5 to 15 mph.
