*As of Jul 20, 8 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alert Status
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Howe, Texas, signaling dangerous heat levels that require caution. The National Weather Service issued this moderate-severity alert, which remains active until the evening of July 20. Residents should be aware that the combination of high temperatures and humidity will make it feel significantly hotter than the actual air temperature.
Right now, the air temperature stands at 79F, but the heat index makes it feel like 82F. Humidity is quite high, with the relative humidity at 84% and a dew point of 73F. The sky is clear, and winds are blowing from the southwest at 8 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, the sun will dominate the sky with no significant chance of precipitation, which is listed at just 2%. Highs will reach near 99F. According to the National Weather Service, heat index values could climb as high as 105F. Winds will shift to the southwest around 5 mph.
Tonight, skies will remain clear. Lows will drop to around 78F, though temperatures may rise slightly to about 80F during the overnight hours. The heat index will remain elevated, reaching up to 104F. South winds will persist at around 5 mph.
Tomorrow, the heat will intensify further. Expect sunny skies with a high near 102F. The heat index is forecast to peak at 107F, making it feel extremely hot. Winds will turn to the west southwest at around 5 mph. There is no chance of rain, with precipitation at 0%.
