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Extreme Heat Warning in Effect for Howe as Temperatures Soar Near 102 Degrees - Jul 21, 4 AM

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

An Extreme Heat Warning is active for Howe, TX, with highs near 102F and heat index values up to 109F. Residents are urged to take precautions against severe heat.

Bree Tanaka

July 21, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 21, 4 AM local time.*

Severe Heat Alert Active

An Extreme Heat Warning is currently in effect for Howe, Texas, signaling dangerous conditions that require immediate attention. The National Weather Service has issued this severe alert due to the potential for life-threatening heat. The warning remains in place until the evening hours, emphasizing the need for caution during the peak heat of the day.

Current Conditions and Forecast

Right now, the air temperature stands at 80F, with a feels-like temperature of 82F. The relative humidity is at 71%, and the dew point is 69F. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at around 5 mph, with gusts reaching 13 mph. The sky is clear, offering no relief from the sun.

Today, the high will reach near 102F under sunny skies. The heat index is expected to climb as high as 109F, making it feel significantly hotter than the actual air temperature. Winds will be from the west northwest around 5 mph. The chance of precipitation is just 1%, ensuring dry and hot conditions continue.

Tonight, skies will remain clear. Temperatures will drop to a low around 78F, though they may rise to around 80F overnight. The heat index will still reach values as high as 109F. Winds will shift to the southeast, ranging from 0 to 5 mph.

Tomorrow, the sun will shine brightly with a high near 100F. The heat index will be slightly lower but still dangerous, peaking at 107F. Winds will come from the north northeast at 5 to 10 mph.

The chance of rain is 0%. Overnight, conditions will become mostly clear with a low around 77F, rising to around 79F later. Winds will turn to the east at 5 to 10 mph.

Safety Reminders

Given the severity of the Extreme Heat Warning, it is critical to stay cool. Limit outdoor exertion, especially during the midday hours when the sun is strongest. Drink plenty of water and check on neighbors, particularly the elderly and those without air conditioning.

Never leave people or pets in parked vehicles. If you must be outside, seek shade and wear lightweight, light-colored clothing to help manage the intense heat.

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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