*As of Aug 15, 5 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Howe, Texas, signaling dangerous heat conditions that require caution. As of this Saturday evening, the air temperature stands at 97F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 104F. The relative humidity is at 42%, with a dew point of 70F, contributing to the oppressive atmosphere.
Winds are blowing from the south southwest at around 11 mph, with gusts reaching up to 16 mph, while the sky remains partly cloudy.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today is expected to be sunny with a high near 99F and a low near 79F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 1%. Heat index values are forecast to reach as high as 103 during the day.
Overnight, skies will clear, and temperatures will drop to around 79F, though they may rise slightly to about 81F later in the night. Heat index values will remain elevated at up to 102.
Tomorrow will also be sunny with a high near 100F and a low near 77F. The chance of precipitation remains very low at 2%. Winds will shift to the southwest, ranging from 5 to 10 mph.
Heat index values are expected to peak around 101. Overnight into tomorrow night, skies will clear again with a low around 77F, potentially rising to 79F later. Heat index values will be as high as 100, with south winds around 5 mph.
