Current Conditions and Heat Index
It is currently Wednesday this afternoon in Howe, TX, and the heat is already intense. The air temperature stands at 91F, but the combination of heat and moisture pushes the feels-like temperature to 99F. Relative humidity is at 53%, with a dew point of 72F, indicating quite humid air that traps warmth close to the ground. Winds are blowing from the south at 13 mph, with gusts reaching 21 mph, providing minimal relief from the stifling conditions. The sky remains partly cloudy, offering little shade from the sun.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today will see sunny skies with a high near 95F. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values as high as 100F during the peak afternoon hours. South winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph. The chance of precipitation is just 1%, so expect dry conditions throughout the day. Temperatures will drop to a low near 76F tonight. Conditions will clear out, allowing temperatures to rise slightly to around 78F overnight. Heat index values will remain elevated at 97F. South southeast winds will shift to 5 to 15 mph.
Tomorrow, the heat persists with mostly sunny skies and a high near 93F. Heat index values are expected to climb back up to 100F. South southeast winds will lighten to 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation increases slightly to 8%, but rain is not guaranteed. Temperatures will fall to a low near 76F tomorrow night, with skies turning partly cloudy. Overnight temperatures may rise to around 78F, with heat index values reaching 98F. Southeast winds will remain light at 5 to 10 mph.
