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Denton Heat Index Nears 106 as Temperatures Climb to 102 - Aug 12, 11 AM

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Current conditions in Denton show a feels-like temperature of 99F with clear skies. Today brings a high near 102F and heat index values up to 106, requiring caution during peak hours.

Cody Underwood

August 12, 20262 min read

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

*As of Aug 12, 11 AM local time.*

Current Conditions and Heat Index

It is currently Wednesday this morning in Denton, TX, where the sun is shining brightly against a clear sky. The air temperature stands at 91F, but the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel significantly hotter. The current feels-like temperature is 99F, driven by a relative humidity of 53% and a dew point of 72F.

Winds are blowing from the south at 15 mph, with gusts reaching up to 21 mph.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

The heat will intensify throughout the day. Today is expected to be sunny with a high near 102F. The National Weather Service indicates that heat index values could reach as high as 106 during the afternoon hours. Winds will remain from the south, ranging between 10 to 15 mph, with gusts potentially hitting 25 mph. There is no chance of precipitation today.

Tonight, skies will remain clear. Temperatures will drop to a low near 80F, though they may rise slightly to around 82F overnight. The heat index will stay elevated, reaching up to 105. South winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.

Tomorrow follows a similar pattern, with sunny skies and a high near 101F. Heat index values are forecast to reach 101. Winds will persist from the south around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. No rain is expected tomorrow either. Temperatures will fall to a low near 80F tonight, rising to about 82F before dawn, with heat indices up to 102.

Safety Reminder

With temperatures and heat indices remaining dangerously high, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit outdoor exertion during the midday hours. Check on elderly neighbors or those without air conditioning, as the overnight lows will not provide significant relief from the heat.

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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