Humid Heat Persists in Denton With Late Storms Possible - Jul 16, 8 PM

*As of Jul 16, 8 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Humidity

Denton is experiencing notably humid air this evening, with a dew point of 70F and relative humidity at 59%. The current air temperature stands at 86F, but the combination of heat and moisture pushes the feels-like temperature to 91F. Winds are blowing from the south at 11 mph, with gusts reaching 25 mph, while the sky remains clear.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Temperatures will climb to a high near 94F today. There is a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms developing later in the day. According to the National Weather Service, a chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected before 1am tonight.

Conditions will shift to mostly cloudy skies with a low around 75F. Overnight, temperatures may rise slightly to around 77F. South winds will ease to 5 to 10 mph.

Rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch are possible during this period.

Tomorrow Outlook

Tomorrow will be mostly sunny with a high near 93F. Temperatures may dip to around 91F in the afternoon. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 100, indicating significant heat stress potential.

South winds will continue at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Tomorrow night will be partly cloudy with a low around 76F. The heat index will remain elevated, reaching as high as 99.

South winds will persist at 5 to 15 mph.

Safety Reminder

With heat indices approaching 100, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit prolonged outdoor exertion during the hottest parts of the day. Check on neighbors who may be vulnerable to extreme heat. While there are no active weather alerts, be prepared for potential lightning if storms develop tonight.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com