Dangerous Heat Conditions
Denton is currently under the influence of dangerous heat, with the air temperature at 97F and the heat index feeling like 101F. Relative humidity sits at 37%, with a dew point of 66F. Winds are light at 7 mph, with gusts reaching 5 mph, under a mostly clear sky.
Today, the sun will remain out, pushing the high near 99F. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values could reach as high as 105. South winds will hover around 5 mph. As evening approaches, skies will become partly cloudy. The low will settle near 81F, though temperatures may rise to around 83F overnight. Heat index values will remain elevated, peaking near 104F. South southeast winds will continue at approximately 5 mph. The chance of precipitation today is minimal at 6%.
Tomorrow's Forecast and Safety
Temperatures will climb further tomorrow, with a high near 101F. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 106F. Skies will be mostly sunny initially, but conditions will shift later in the day. A chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected after 4pm. The overall chance of precipitation for the day is 28%, though the official forecast notes a 30% chance. South southwest winds will remain light, around 5 mph.
Tomorrow night, the chance for showers and thunderstorms continues before 7pm, followed by a slight chance between 7pm and 1am. Partly cloudy skies will prevail with a low around 78F. Temperatures may rise to around 80F overnight, with heat index values up to 104F. Southeast winds will be around 5 mph.
