*As of Aug 8, 5 PM local time.*
Extreme Heat Conditions
A dangerous heat situation is currently unfolding in Howe, Texas, with air temperatures reaching 100F. The combination of high heat and humidity has pushed the feels-like temperature to a stifling 105F. Relative humidity sits at 33%, with a dew point of 66F.
Winds are blowing from the south-southeast at 7 mph, though gusts have reached up to 28 mph. The sky remains clear as this heat persists.
Forecast Outlook
For today, conditions will remain mostly sunny with a high near 99F. Temperatures are expected to dip slightly to around 97F in the afternoon. Heat index values could climb as high as 100 during the day. There is a 20% chance of precipitation, though skies will stay largely clear. Winds will be light from the south-southeast at around 5 mph.
Tonight, the sky will turn mostly clear with a low near 76F. Overnight, temperatures may rise slightly to around 78F. Heat index values could reach 101. South winds will pick up slightly, ranging from 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation remains at 20%.
Tomorrow brings sunny skies with a high near 98F and a low near 77F. Heat index values are forecast to hit 101. South winds will continue at 5 to 10 mph.
