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5-day forecast / Howe, TX

ThursdaySunny100° / 78° 1%
FridaySunny98° / 76° 2%
SaturdayMostly Sunny97° / 76° 3%
SundayChance Showers And Thunderstorms93° / 74° 52%
MondayChance Showers And Thunderstorms91° / 74° 37%

Howe, TX Weather: Heat Index Hits 104 Today - Jul 9, 4 AM

Howe's hometown forecast, updated every four hours — straight from the National Weather Service.

Howe residents face near-100F highs today with heat indices reaching 104F. Clear skies and south winds continue through tomorrow.

Bree Tanaka

July 9, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Jul 9, 4 AM local time.*

Current Conditions and Heat Advisory

It is currently Thursday overnight in Howe, Texas, and the air remains warm and muggy. The current air temperature is 82F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 85F. Relative humidity sits at 67%, with a dew point of 69F. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 11 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph. The sky is clear, offering no relief from the lingering warmth of the day.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Today will be sunny with a high near 100F. The heat index values are expected to reach as high as 104F, creating dangerous heat conditions. South southwest winds will continue around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. As evening approaches, skies will remain clear. Temperatures will drop to a low around 78F, though they may rise to around 80F later in the night. Heat index values will stay high, peaking around 103F. Winds will shift slightly to the south, blowing between 10 to 15 mph.

Tomorrow Outlook

Tomorrow will also be sunny, with a high near 98F. The heat index will reach as high as 101F. South southwest winds will persist at 10 to 15 mph. As night falls, skies will clear again, leading to a low around 76F. Temperatures may rise to around 78F overnight. Winds will remain steady at around 10 mph from the south.

Safety Reminders

With temperatures near 100F and heat indices exceeding 100F, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit outdoor exertion during the hottest parts of the day. Check on elderly neighbors and ensure pets have access to cool water and shade. Avoid direct sun exposure as much as possible, and wear lightweight, light-colored clothing if you must be outside. There are no active weather alerts at this time, but the extreme heat requires caution.

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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Bree Tanaka

Bree Tanaka covers weather, the outdoors, and seasonal life in and around Howe.

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