*As of Jul 22, 12 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
Denton, TX, is currently under an Extreme Heat Warning, signaling severe danger due to dangerous heat. The National Weather Service has also issued a Heat Advisory and an Air Quality Alert for the area. As of this afternoon, the air temperature stands at 100F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 112F.
The relative humidity is at 42%, with a dew point of 73F, indicating quite humid conditions that contribute to the oppressive heat index. Winds are light at 6 mph with gusts up to 8 mph, and the sky remains clear.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, the high will reach near 104F, with heat index values climbing as high as 114. The sun will be out with a 1% chance of precipitation. North northeast winds will blow between 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight, conditions will clear with a low near 79F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 81F overnight. The heat index will remain high, reaching up to 113F, while east northeast winds persist at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow, the high will drop slightly to near 100F, though the heat index will still reach 106F. Skies will remain sunny with no chance of precipitation. East winds will continue at 5 to 10 mph.
