*As of Sep 16, 2 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions
Van Alstyne, TX, is currently under a Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. This alert remains in effect until 8:00 PM CDT on September 16. The advisory highlights moderate severity with expected urgency, signaling that dangerous heat conditions are imminent and require caution.
Current conditions reflect the intensity of this heat event. At this afternoon observation, the air temperature stands at 97F, but the combination of humidity and wind results in a feels-like temperature of 102F. The relative humidity is at 39%, with a dew point of 68F.
Winds are blowing from the south southeast at 11 mph, with gusts reaching up to 9 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.
Forecast and Safety Guidance
Today, the high will reach near 98F. While the official forecast notes temperatures may fall to around 96F in the afternoon, heat index values are expected to climb as high as 103F. Sunny skies will dominate the day with a mere 5% chance of precipitation. South southeast winds will hover around 10 mph.
Tonight, conditions will ease slightly but remain warm. The low will settle near 76F, though temperatures may rise to around 78F overnight. Heat index values could still reach 100F. Skies will be mostly clear with south southeast winds of 5 to 10 mph.
