*As of Jul 29, 5 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Denton, Texas, signaling dangerous heat conditions that require caution. The National Weather Service has issued this moderate-severity alert, which remains active until July 30 at 8:00PM CDT. The primary concern is the combination of high temperatures and humidity, which pushes the perceived heat significantly higher than the actual air temperature.
Right now, the air temperature in Denton stands at 99F. However, the heat index, or what it actually feels like, is 103F. Relative humidity is at 35%, with a dew point of 66F. Winds are blowing from the south southeast at around 5 mph, with gusts reaching up to 12 mph. The sky remains clear as of this evening.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, Denton can expect partly sunny skies with a high near 101F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 1%. Overnight, conditions will shift to partly cloudy skies.
Temperatures will drop to a low around 80F, though they may rise to approximately 82F later in the night. The heat index will remain elevated, with values as high as 104F. Winds will continue from the south at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow, the heat will persist with sunny skies and a high near 101F. The chance of rain is slightly higher at 2%, but still very low. The heat index is expected to peak at 106F, making it feel even hotter than the actual temperature.
Winds will shift to the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph. Tomorrow night will bring mostly clear skies with a low around 81F, potentially rising to 84F overnight. The heat index will stay high at 104F.
