*As of Aug 7, 9 AM local time.*
Humidity leads the weather story
Quite humid air is the main weather concern for Howe right now. It is currently Friday this morning, with a dew point of 72F and relative humidity at 79%. The air temperature is 79F, and it feels like 82F. Winds are at 9 mph, with gusts up to 19 mph, and the sky is clear.
That moisture in the air will make the heat feel more noticeable as temperatures climb. Even with mostly dry weather expected, the combination of heat and humidity will be the key factor for anyone spending time outdoors.
Today, tonight and tomorrow
Today is forecast to be sunny, with a high near 99F and a low near 77F. Heat index values may reach as high as 101. The chance of precipitation is 2%. Winds are expected from the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight should be mostly clear, with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. The chance of precipitation is 20%. The low is forecast around 77F, with heat index values as high as 102. Winds are expected from the south southeast at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow is expected to be sunny, with a high near 97F and a low near 76F. Heat index values may reach as high as 101. The chance of precipitation is 13%, with south southwest wind at 5 to 10 mph.
