*As of Jul 30, 1 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Howe, Texas, signaling moderate severity and expected urgency from the National Weather Service. The advisory remains active until July 31 at 8:00PM CDT. As of this afternoon, the air temperature stands at 97F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 105F.
Conditions are quite humid with a dew point of 72F and relative humidity at 44%. Winds are blowing from the south at 8 mph, with gusts reaching up to 10 mph under mostly clear skies.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, the National Weather Service forecasts mostly sunny skies with a high near 99F. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 107. South winds will hover around 10 mph.
There is only a 1% chance of precipitation tonight, with skies clearing to mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low near 79F, though they may rise slightly to around 81F overnight. Heat index values will remain elevated at up to 106, with south southeast winds continuing around 10 mph.
Tomorrow brings even more intense heat. Expect mostly sunny conditions with a high near 101F. The heat index could climb as high as 108. Winds will shift to the southwest around 10 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 20 mph. There is a 5% chance of precipitation during the day.
Looking ahead to tomorrow night, there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10pm and 1am. Skies will be partly cloudy with a low around 78F. Temperatures may rise to around 80F overnight.
