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Dangerous Heat Grips Denton as Temperatures Soar to 101F - Aug 8, 1 PM

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Denton residents face dangerous heat today with a high near 101F and feels-like temperatures reaching 102F. A slight chance of storms exists before 10am, followed by sunny skies.

Cody Underwood

August 8, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Aug 8, 1 PM local time.*

Dangerous Heat Conditions

Denton is currently under the influence of dangerous heat, with the air temperature at 97F and a feels-like temperature of 102F. The relative humidity sits at 39%, with a dew point of 68F. Winds are light at 6 mph, with gusts also reaching 6 mph, under a clear sky.

Today, the high will reach near 101F, with the low dropping to around 80F. There is a 22% chance of precipitation, with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms expected before 10am. After that, conditions will turn sunny. The National Weather Service notes heat index values as high as 105 today, with south southwest winds around 5 mph and a 20% chance of precipitation.

Tonight, skies will become partly cloudy with a low around 80F. Heat index values will remain high, reaching up to 104. South winds will increase slightly to 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow's Forecast

Tomorrow, Denton will see sunny skies with a high near 100F and a low around 80F. The chance of precipitation drops to 0%. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 102, with south winds blowing at 5 to 10 mph.

There are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts in effect for Denton at this time. However, the persistent heat warrants caution. Residents are advised to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion to avoid heat-related illnesses. Checking on neighbors, especially the elderly and those without air conditioning, is also recommended during such extreme conditions.

The heat will continue to be a notable factor in the coming days, with feels-like temperatures remaining elevated. While the risk of storms diminishes after the early morning hours, the high temperatures will persist. Residents should continue to monitor local forecasts for any changes in conditions.

No specific roads, schools, or neighborhoods are affected by any alerts, as none are currently in place. The focus remains on the general heat advisory implied by the high heat index values. Stay safe and cool.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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Cody Underwood

Cody Underwood covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Denton.

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