*As of Jul 31, 5 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Denton, Texas, signaling dangerous heat conditions for the area. The National Weather Service issued this moderate-severity alert due to the intense heat and humidity combination expected to persist through the evening. As of this Friday evening, the air temperature stands at 102F, but the heat index makes it feel like 107F.
The relative humidity is at 31%, with a dew point of 66F. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at around 10 mph, though current observations note gusts up to 10 mph. The sky remains clear as the day winds down.
Forecast Overview
Today, Denton will experience mostly sunny skies with a high near 106F. Temperatures are expected to fall slightly to around 104F in the afternoon. The heat index will reach as high as 114, creating hazardous conditions for prolonged outdoor exposure.
Tonight, skies will become partly cloudy with a low around 81F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 83F overnight. The heat index will remain elevated at 111, with winds shifting to the west southwest at around 5 mph.
Tomorrow, conditions will begin to ease slightly. Highs will drop to near 99F under mostly sunny skies. The heat index will peak at 99, offering a marginal relief from the extreme heat.
Winds will shift to the north northeast at around 10 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph. Tomorrow night will be mostly clear with a low around 74F. Temperatures may rise to around 76F overnight, with a heat index of 97.
