Heat Advisory in Effect for Howe as Temperatures Climb Near 103 Degrees - Aug 17, 11 AM

*As of Aug 17, 11 AM local time.*

Current Conditions and Alert Status

A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Howe, Texas, signaling moderate severity and expected urgency from the National Weather Service. As of this morning, the air temperature stands at 91F with a feels-like reading of 91F. The relative humidity is at 36%, with a dew point of 61F.

Winds are blowing from the west northwest at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 14 mph under clear skies.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today will be sunny with a high near 103F and a low near 79F. The chance of precipitation is 12%. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 103, with west northwest winds around 5 mph.

Tonight, skies will become mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low around 79F but may rise to approximately 81F overnight. The heat index could remain as high as 102, accompanied by southeast winds around 5 mph.

Tomorrow remains sunny with a high near 103F and a low near 80F. The chance of precipitation drops to 3%. Heat index values are forecasted to climb as high as 105, with southwest winds ranging from 5 to 10 mph.

Safety Precautions

With heat indices exceeding 100 degrees, it is critical to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on neighbors, especially the elderly or those without air conditioning, to ensure their safety during this period of extreme heat. Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun and seek air-conditioned environments whenever possible.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com