*As of Aug 17, 11 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Active Alerts
Denton is currently under two active National Weather Service alerts: a Heat Advisory and an Air Quality Alert. The city is experiencing very hot conditions right now, with the air temperature at 95F and a feels-like temperature of 96F. Relative humidity stands at 34%, with a dew point of 63F.
Winds are light from the southwest at 6 mph, with gusts reaching up to 15 mph. The sky remains mostly cloudy as of this morning.
The Heat Advisory indicates moderate severity and expected urgency, signaling dangerous heat levels that require caution. Simultaneously, an Air Quality Alert is in place, though its specific severity and urgency levels are listed as unknown by the National Weather Service. These alerts highlight the need for residents to monitor local conditions closely throughout the day.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today will be sunny with a high near 106F and a low near 81F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 8%. The National Weather Service notes that heat index values could reach as high as 107F, with southwest winds around 5 mph.
Tonight, skies will clear to mostly clear conditions. Temperatures will drop to a low around 81F but may rise to approximately 83F overnight. Heat indices are expected to remain elevated at up to 105F, with south southeast winds near 5 mph.
