*As of Aug 3, 4 PM local time.*
Heat leads the weather story
Denton’s main weather concern is very hot conditions, with two active Air Quality Alerts also in place. This afternoon, the air temperature is 99F, and it feels like 97F. Relative humidity is 24%, with a dew point of 55F. Wind is 7 mph, with gusts to 10 mph, and the sky is clear.
The heat remains the dominant feature for anyone spending time outside. Even with relatively low humidity, temperatures near 100F can still put stress on people, pets and vehicles.
Today, tonight and tomorrow
Today stays sunny, with a high near 100F and a low near 75F. The chance of precipitation is 0%. The National Weather Service forecast includes heat index values as high as 100F, with southeast wind around 5 mph.
Tonight is expected to be clear, with a low around 75F. Temperatures may rise to around 78F overnight, and heat index values may be as high as 99F. Southeast wind is forecast at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow is also sunny, with a high near 101F and a low near 79F. The chance of precipitation remains 0%. Heat index values may reach 102F, with south wind at 5 to 10 mph.
