*As of Jul 18, 4 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions in Denton
A dangerous heat event is currently affecting Denton, TX, with conditions that pose significant health risks. The air temperature stands at 93F, but the heat index makes it feel like 101F. This intense heat is compounded by high humidity levels; the relative humidity is at 50%, with a dew point of 72F.
Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 15 mph, with gusts reaching 17 mph, under a mostly clear sky.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, Denton will see mostly sunny skies with a high near 98F. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values could reach as high as 103. South southwest winds will be around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
The chance of precipitation is minimal at 4%. Temperatures will drop to a low near 78F tonight. Conditions will become partly cloudy, with temperatures rising to around 80 overnight.
Heat index values may reach 102, with south winds between 5 and 15 mph.
Tomorrow, the heat will persist with sunny skies and a high near 99F. Heat index values are expected to climb to 104. South southwest winds will be lighter, ranging from 5 to 10 mph.
