*As of Aug 29, 2 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat and Air Quality Concerns
Denton is currently facing a combination of hazardous heat and compromised air quality. An active Air Quality Alert is in effect, signaling that pollution levels may pose health risks for sensitive groups. Simultaneously, the region is enduring intense heat, with the current air temperature at 99F and a feels-like temperature of 100F.
The relative humidity sits at 31%, with a dew point of 63F and light south southeast winds around 7 mph with gusts up to 8 mph under clear skies.
Forecast Outlook
Today remains sunny with a high near 102F. Heat index values are expected to climb as high as 105F, making conditions feel significantly hotter than the actual air temperature. South southeast winds will remain light, around 5 mph.
Temperatures will drop tonight but stay uncomfortably warm, with a low near 80F and overnight highs rising to around 82F. The heat index will still reach 103F during this period.
Tomorrow continues the pattern of intense heat and clear skies. A high near 102F is forecast, with heat index values peaking at 103F. Winds will shift slightly to the south southwest, increasing to 5 to 10 mph.
Overnight into tomorrow night, skies will clear further, with a low around 81F and temperatures rising to approximately 83F. The heat index will remain elevated at 101F, with south winds around 10 mph.
