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ThursdaySunny101° / 81°
FridaySunny101° / 81° 1%
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Denton Heat Wave Continues: Highs Near 101F and Heavy Humidity - Jul 9, 12 PM

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Denton residents face another day of intense heat with temperatures near 101F and a heat index up to 104F. Humidity levels remain high, making it feel even hotter.

Cody Underwood

July 9, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Jul 9, 12 PM local time.*

Intense Heat and Humidity in Denton

Denton is currently experiencing a significant heat event, with the air temperature sitting at 93F and a feels-like temperature of 99F. The atmosphere is quite humid, with a dew point of 70F and relative humidity at 47%. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 10 mph, with gusts reaching 14 mph, under a clear sky.

Today, the heat will intensify further. The high will reach near 101F, with heat index values climbing as high as 104F. The National Weather Service forecasts sunny conditions throughout the day. Winds will remain around 10 mph from the south southwest, with gusts potentially hitting 20 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 1%.

Overnight and Tomorrow Outlook

As the sun sets tonight, skies will remain clear. Temperatures will drop to a low near 79F, though they may rise slightly to around 82F during the overnight hours. The heat index will continue to feel as high as 104F. Winds will shift to the south, maintaining speeds around 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.

Tomorrow brings no relief from the warmth. The high will again be near 101F, with sunny skies and a 1% chance of rain. Heat index values are expected to peak at 104F. Winds will return to the south southwest at 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Tomorrow night will be clear, with a low near 77F, potentially rising to 79F overnight. The heat index will remain high at 104F, with south winds around 10 mph and gusts up to 20 mph.

There are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts in effect for Denton at this time. However, the persistent heat and humidity pose serious risks. Residents are advised to stay hydrated and limit outdoor exertion during the hottest parts of the day. Check on neighbors and vulnerable individuals to ensure their safety during this prolonged heat event.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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