*As of Jul 30, 12 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 high temperatures and humidity levels that will make it feel significantly hotter than the actual air temperature. As of this afternoon, the air temperature stands at 97F, but the heat index makes it feel like 105F.
The atmosphere is holding substantial moisture, with a dew point of 72F and relative humidity at 44%. Winds are blowing from the south at 8 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph, while the sky remains mostly cloudy.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, conditions are expected to shift to mostly sunny skies with a high near 101F. The National Weather Service notes that heat index values could climb as high as 108F. South winds will persist around 10 mph.
The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 1%. Temperatures will drop tonight to a low near 82F, though they may rise slightly to around 84F overnight. Skies will clear to mostly clear, with south winds easing to 5 to 10 mph.
Heat index values will remain elevated, reaching up to 107F.
Tomorrow, the heat will intensify further. Expect sunny skies with a high near 104F. The heat index is forecast to peak at 111F, creating hazardous conditions for those outdoors.
Southwest winds will pick up slightly to around 10 mph. The chance of rain remains very low at 2%. Overnight, temperatures will settle to a low near 81F, potentially rising to 83F later in the night.
