*As of Jul 11, 4 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat and High Humidity
Denton is currently under the influence of dangerous heat conditions this afternoon. The air temperature stands at 97F, but the heat index makes it feel like 104F. This significant disparity is driven by high humidity levels, with the dew point sitting at 70F and relative humidity at 42%. The sky remains partly cloudy, and winds are blowing from the south at 8 mph, with gusts reaching up to 11 mph.
The National Weather Service indicates that heat index values will remain elevated throughout the day. Today is expected to be sunny with a high near 98F. The low tonight will be around 79F, though temperatures may rise slightly to about 81F during the overnight hours. Heat index values could reach as high as 104F tonight. Winds will continue from the south at 5 to 10 mph. There is only a 1% chance of precipitation today, so the primary concern remains the intense heat.
Tomorrow’s Forecast and Storm Potential
Conditions will shift slightly tomorrow. The high will drop to near 95F, with a low around 76F. The sky will start mostly sunny but will become mostly cloudy later in the evening. A chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected, particularly after 1pm. The chance of precipitation is listed at 46% for the day, though the official forecast suggests a 50% chance with new rainfall amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch possible. Heat index values are projected to reach 102F during the day.
Winds will remain light, around 5 mph from the south during the day, shifting to east at 0 to 5 mph overnight. The chance of showers and thunderstorms continues into tomorrow night, with activity possible before 7pm and between 7pm and 10pm. Rainfall totals could range from three quarters to one inch overnight. Heat index values may reach 103F.
