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5-day forecast / Howe, TX

SundaySlight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms94° / 74° 46%
MondayChance Showers And Thunderstorms92° / 73° 41%
TuesdaySlight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms91° / 72° 17%
WednesdayMostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms91° / 74° 16%
ThursdayMostly Sunny93° / 76° 9%

Howe, TX: Heat Index Hits 100 Tonight With Storms Possible Tomorrow - Jul 11, 8 PM

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

Howe experiences a heat index of 98F this evening. Temperatures remain high today near 96F. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms arrives tomorrow, with a higher chance tonight.

Bree Tanaka

July 12, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 11, 8 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Heat

It is currently Saturday evening in Howe, Texas, and the heat is lingering. The air temperature stands at 92F, but the humidity is making it feel significantly warmer. The heat index is currently at 98F. Relative humidity is at 47%, with a dew point of 70F, indicating quite humid conditions for the area. Winds are blowing from the south at 8 mph, with gusts reaching up to 15 mph. The sky remains clear as the day winds down.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today, the high reached near 96F, with a low near 77F. The chance of precipitation was only 9%, and skies were mostly clear. As tonight approaches, conditions will stay mostly clear. The low will settle around 77F, though temperatures may rise slightly to around 79F during the overnight hours. The heat index is expected to climb as high as 100. South winds will be light, ranging from 0 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow, the high will be near 94F, with a low near 74F. The chance of precipitation increases to 46%, with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms expected. Skies will be mostly sunny. The heat index could reach 103. South winds will be around 5 mph. Residents should be aware that new rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch are possible.

Safety and Outlook

There are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts in effect for Howe. However, the combination of high temperatures and humidity requires caution. It is important to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion when the heat index is elevated. As the chance of storms increases tomorrow, keep an eye on local updates for any changes in the forecast. The overnight hours will bring a chance of showers and thunderstorms, with a higher likelihood later in the night. Temperatures will drop to around 74F, with a heat index up to 100. East southeast winds will be calm, between 0 to 5 mph. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch are possible. Please ensure you have a plan for any potential severe weather and check on neighbors who may need assistance during these hot and humid conditions.

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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