*As of Oct 14, 2 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Index
Van Alstyne is experiencing very hot conditions this afternoon. The air temperature stands at 90F, but the heat index makes it feel like 96F right now. Humidity levels are quite high, with a dew point of 72F and relative humidity at 56%.
Winds are blowing from the south at 7 mph, with gusts reaching up to 13 mph. The sky remains partly cloudy as we move through this warm period.
Today's Forecast: Heat and Storm Potential
The National Weather Service indicates that today will see a high near 90F. Temperatures are expected to fall slightly to around 87F in the afternoon, though heat index values may climb as high as 99F. There is a slight chance of rain showers before 4pm, followed by a chance of showers and thunderstorms later in the day.
The overall chance of precipitation for today is listed at 30% to 31%. Any new rainfall amounts are expected to be less than a tenth of an inch.
Winds will pick up during the day, with south winds around 15 mph and gusts as high as 25 mph. As evening approaches into tonight, there is a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, followed by a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10pm and 1am. Skies will become mostly clear overnight.
The low will be around 70F, with temperatures rising slightly to around 72F during the night. South southeast winds will average around 10 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph.
