*As of Jul 16, 12 PM local time.*
Muggy Conditions and Precipitation Potential
The air in Howe, TX, is currently quite heavy with moisture. The relative humidity stands at 79%, and the dew point has reached 73F, creating a noticeably humid environment. The current air temperature is 81F, but the heat index makes it feel like 85F.
Winds are blowing from the south at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 19 mph, while the sky remains mainly clear.
Looking ahead to the rest of today, temperatures are expected to climb to a high near 88F before dropping to a low near 73F tonight. There is a 37% chance of precipitation, with showers and thunderstorms possible. Residents should be prepared for potential rainfall, as new amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch are possible.
The National Weather Service indicates a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm tonight, with mostly cloudy skies and a low around 73F. Winds will shift to 5 to 10 mph from the south.
Heat Index and Tomorrow's Forecast
Conditions will shift slightly as the week progresses. Tomorrow, the high will reach near 91F, with a low near 75F. The chance of precipitation drops significantly to 10%, and skies will be partly sunny. However, the heat index is expected to rise as high as 97F, making it feel hotter than the actual air temperature. South winds will continue at 5 to 10 mph.
