*As of Aug 28, 2 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alert Status
Denton, TX is currently under an active Air Quality Alert issued by the National Weather Service. This alert remains in effect while the region experiences dangerously high temperatures. As of this afternoon, the air temperature stands at 99F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 100F.
The relative humidity is at 31%, with a dew point of 63F. Winds are currently calm at 0 mph, though gusts have reached up to 7 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
The National Weather Service forecasts continued sunny skies today with a high near 100F. Heat index values are expected to climb as high as 104 during the day. East northeast winds will hover around 5 mph. There is no chance of precipitation, leaving the air dry and stagnant.
Tonight, conditions will remain mostly clear with a low around 78F. The heat index will stay elevated at values as high as 102. East winds will persist at approximately 5 mph. Residents should expect little relief from the day's warmth as the night progresses.
Tomorrow brings even more intense heat, with a high near 102F and heat index values peaking at 105. Skies will stay sunny, and there is still no chance of rain. Winds will shift to south southeast, ranging from 0 to 5 mph.
Tomorrow night will see mostly clear skies with a low around 80F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 82 overnight. Heat index values will remain high at 102, with south southeast winds increasing to 5 to 10 mph.
