*As of Jul 31, 8 PM local time.*
Intense Heat Persists
Denton is currently under the influence of a persistent heat wave, with conditions remaining dangerously warm this evening. The air temperature stands at 95F, but the combination of heat and humidity pushes the feels-like temperature to 98F. Relative humidity is at 39%, with a dew point of 66F.
Winds are blowing from the west-southwest at 8 mph, with gusts reaching up to 16 mph. The sky remains clear, offering no relief from the sun’s intensity.
Forecast and Safety
Today is expected to be the peak of the heat, with a high near 104F. Temperatures will drop to a low near 77F tonight. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 6%, with skies staying mostly clear.
As night falls, temperatures will initially settle around 77F but will rise to approximately 80F later in the overnight hours. Heat index values are forecast to reach as high as 106F. Winds will shift to the west-southwest at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow brings a slight reprieve from the extreme peak, though heat will remain a concern. Highs will reach near 97F, with lows dropping to around 74F. The sky will be sunny, and the chance of rain is only 2%.
