*As of Jul 20, 4 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Denton, Texas, signaling dangerous heat conditions for the region. The National Weather Service has issued this moderate-severity alert due to the combination of high temperatures and humidity. As of this afternoon, the air temperature stands at 99F, but the heat index makes it feel like 103F.
The relative humidity is at 35%, with a dew point of 66F. Winds are light, blowing from the south southwest at around 5 mph with gusts up to 8 mph, under a mostly clear sky.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, the sun will remain out with a high near 101F. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 107F. Overnight, skies will become mostly clear, with a low around 80F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 82F during the night, and the heat index could still hit 107F. Winds will remain light from the south southwest at about 5 mph.
Tomorrow, conditions will remain sunny with a high near 105F. The heat index is forecast to climb to 110F, making it feel even hotter than the actual air temperature. Winds will shift to the west southwest at around 5 mph.
Following tomorrow, skies will clear with a low around 83F, potentially rising to 85F overnight. The heat index may reach 110F, with winds from the south at 0 to 5 mph.
