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Humidity Peaks in Howe as Temperatures Climb Toward 95 - Jul 17, 12 PM

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

Howe residents face oppressive humidity with a dew point of 75F today. Temperatures will rise to near 90F today and 95F tomorrow, with heat indices reaching 98F.

Bree Tanaka

July 17, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 17, 12 PM local time.*

Oppressive Humidity and Rising Heat

Conditions in Howe are currently defined by significant moisture in the air. The relative humidity stands at 84%, with a dew point of 75F, creating an oppressively humid environment. The current air temperature is 81F, but the heat index makes it feel like 86F. Winds are blowing from the south at 8 mph, with gusts reaching 16 mph, while the sky remains mostly cloudy.

Today, the high will reach near 90F. The sky will be partly sunny, with a chance of precipitation at 18%. The National Weather Service indicates a 20% chance of rain, with south winds between 10 and 15 mph.

Temperatures will drop to a low near 75F tonight. Conditions will be mostly cloudy, with lows rising to around 77F overnight. South winds will continue at 5 to 15 mph, and the chance of precipitation remains at 20%.

Tomorrow’s Forecast and Safety Notes

Tomorrow, the heat will intensify significantly. The high will approach 95F, with mostly sunny skies. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 98F.

South southwest winds will average around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. The chance of precipitation drops to 4%. Overnight, conditions will become mostly clear, with a low around 76F.

The heat index will remain elevated at 98F, with south winds between 5 and 10 mph.

There are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts in effect for this area. However, the combination of high temperatures and extreme humidity requires caution. Residents should stay hydrated and limit prolonged outdoor exertion during the hottest parts of the day.

Dressing in lightweight, breathable clothing and seeking air-conditioned environments during peak heat hours is advisable to prevent heat-related illness. Keep an eye on how the heat index affects your comfort level, as it often feels hotter than the actual air temperature.

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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