*As of Sep 3, 2 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat and Humidity
Denton is currently experiencing dangerous heat conditions this afternoon. The air temperature stands at 91F, but the combination of heat and moisture pushes the feels-like temperature to 101F. This significant heat index value underscores the intensity of the current weather pattern.
Humidity levels are quite high, with a dew point of 73F and relative humidity at 56%. The sky remains cloudy as winds blow from the southeast at 10 mph, though gusts have reached up to 8 mph. These conditions create a muggy atmosphere that makes the heat feel more oppressive than the actual air temperature suggests.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, Denton will see a high near 94F. The National Weather Service indicates mostly sunny skies with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Temperatures are expected to fall to around 92F in the afternoon.
Heat index values may climb as high as 105 during peak hours. Winds will shift to the southeast at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 25 mph. The chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tonight, a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms persists before 7pm. Skies will become partly cloudy as lows drop to around 76F. Overnight, temperatures may rise slightly to around 78F. Heat index values could reach 103. South southeast winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
