*As of Aug 6, 4 PM local time.*
Dangerous heat now
Dangerous heat is the main weather concern in Denton currently Thursday this afternoon. The air temperature is 100F, and it feels like 100F. Skies are clear, relative humidity is 24%, and the dew point is 57F. Wind is 7 mph, with gusts to 8 mph.
Even with relatively low humidity, the heat is intense enough to make outdoor activity harder on the body. The current numbers are already near the forecast high range, and sunshine is expected to remain the dominant weather feature.
Today, tonight and tomorrow
Today is forecast to stay sunny, with a high near 102F and a 0% chance of precipitation. The forecast also indicates heat index values as high as 102F. South wind is expected around 10 mph.
Tonight is expected to be mostly clear, with a low near 81F. Temperatures may rise to around 83F overnight, and heat index values could be as high as 103F. South wind is expected around 10 mph.
Tomorrow is forecast to be sunny again, with a high near 101F, a low near 81F and a 1% chance of precipitation. Heat index values may reach as high as 103F, with south wind from 5 to 10 mph.
