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TuesdaySunny102° / 81° 4%
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SaturdaySunny101° / 80° 3%

Denton Under Heat Advisory as Temperatures Climb Near 102 Degrees - Sep 8, 2 PM

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A moderate Heat Advisory is in effect for Denton, TX. Current conditions show a heat index of 102F with sunny skies expected through tomorrow.

Cody Underwood

September 8, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Sep 8, 2 PM local time.*

Dangerous Heat Conditions in Effect

Denton, TX, is currently under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service. The alert carries a moderate severity level and is expected to remain in place until September 9 at 8:00PM CDT. This advisory highlights the dangerous heat conditions impacting the area right now.

Current observations show the air temperature sitting at 97F, but the combination of humidity and wind makes it feel significantly hotter. The current feels-like temperature is 102F. Relative humidity is at 39% with a dew point of 68F. Winds are blowing from the south southeast at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 10 mph. The sky remains mostly clear as of this afternoon.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies for today with a high near 102F. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 106 during the day. South southeast winds will average around 10 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 2%. Temperatures will drop to a low near 81F tonight, though heat indices may still climb to 105 overnight.

Tomorrow will also be sunny with a high near 100F. Heat index values are projected to peak around 104. South winds will continue at 5 to 10 mph. The chance of rain remains low at 2%. Overnight lows will settle near 80F, with temperatures rising slightly to around 82 before morning.

Safety Reminders

Given the active advisory and high heat indices, residents should prioritize safety. Extreme heat poses serious health risks, so it is crucial to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day. Limit outdoor exertion, especially during the hottest parts of the afternoon when temperatures and heat indices are at their peak.

Check on elderly neighbors or those without air conditioning to ensure they remain safe in the rising temperatures.

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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Cody Underwood

Cody Underwood covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Denton.

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