*As of Jul 8, 12 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat and Humidity in Denton
A dangerous heat index is currently affecting Denton, TX, as the sun beats down on the community this afternoon. The air temperature stands at 93F, but the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel significantly hotter, with a feels-like temperature of 101F. Conditions are quite humid, with a dew point of 72F and relative humidity at 50%. Winds are currently blowing from the south southwest at 7 mph, with gusts reaching up to 11 mph, while the sky remains clear.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
The National Weather Service indicates that sunny conditions will persist through the rest of today. Temperatures are expected to climb to a high near 99F, with heat index values reaching as high as 102. South southwest winds will remain light, around 5 mph. As evening approaches, the sky will become mostly clear. The low will settle near 79F, though temperatures may rise slightly to around 81F overnight. Heat index values will remain elevated at 102, with south winds increasing to around 10 mph.
Tomorrow will bring another sunny day, with highs near 100F and heat index values peaking at 102. South southwest winds will pick up slightly to around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Overnight, skies will clear, leading to a low near 77F, with temperatures rising to around 79F later in the night. Heat index values will stay high at 101, supported by south winds of 10 to 15 mph.
