*As of Jul 9, 8 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Index
It is currently Thursday this morning in Howe, TX, and the heat is already building. The air temperature stands at 79F, but the humidity is making it feel significantly warmer. The feels-like temperature is currently 82F, driven by a relative humidity of 79% and a dew point of 72F. The sky is clear, and winds are blowing from the southwest at 8 mph, with gusts reaching up to 27 mph.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Today will be sunny with a high near 100F. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values will climb as high as 104F. Winds will shift to the southwest around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. The chance of precipitation is just 1%, so expect dry conditions throughout the day.
As tonight approaches, skies will remain clear. Temperatures will drop to a low near 78F, but the heat will not fully dissipate. Overnight, temperatures may rise to around 80F, with heat index values staying as high as 103F. South winds will pick up, blowing between 10 to 15 mph. Residents should note that the combination of warmth and humidity will persist through the night.
Tomorrow Outlook
Tomorrow will also be sunny, with a high near 98F. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 101F. Winds will come from the south southwest at 10 to 15 mph. The chance of precipitation remains low at 2%. Tomorrow night will be clear with a low around 76F. Overnight, temperatures may rise to around 78F, with heat index values as high as 99F. South winds will continue around 10 mph.
