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5-day forecast / Howe, TX

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TuesdaySunny101° / 81°

Heat Advisory in Effect for Howe as Temperatures Climb to 98 - Jul 24, 4 AM

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

A Heat Advisory is active for Howe, TX, with oppressive humidity and highs near 98F. Residents are urged to stay cool and hydrated during the moderate severity event.

Bree Tanaka

July 24, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 24, 4 AM local time.*

Current Conditions and Alert Status

A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Howe, Texas, signaling moderate severity heat risks with expected urgency. The National Weather Service has issued this alert to warn residents of dangerously high heat index values. At this moment, the air temperature stands at 79F, but the oppressive humidity makes it feel like 82F.

The relative humidity is at 88%, with a dew point of 75F, creating a muggy atmosphere. Winds are blowing at 6 mph with gusts reaching 17 mph, while the sky remains clear.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today, skies will be partly sunny with a high near 95F. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 103F. South winds will range from 10 to 15 mph, and there is a 6% chance of precipitation.

Overnight, conditions will shift to partly cloudy skies with a low around 79F. Temperatures may rise to around 81F during the night, keeping the heat index high at 103F. South winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph.

Tomorrow, the heat will intensify with mostly sunny skies and a high near 98F. The heat index is projected to climb to 104F. South southwest winds will blow around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

The chance of precipitation drops to just 1%. Overnight tomorrow, skies will clear to mostly clear with a low around 79F. South winds will ease to 5 to 10 mph.

Safety Reminders

Given the active Heat Advisory and high heat index values, it is crucial to prioritize safety. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day. Limit outdoor exertion, especially during the hottest parts of the day.

Check on elderly neighbors and those who may be vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. Keep living spaces cool and avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight. If you must be outside, seek shade and wear lightweight, light-colored clothing.

Monitor local weather updates for any changes to the advisory status.

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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