*As of Aug 17, 5 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
An Extreme Heat Warning is currently in effect for Howe, Texas, signaling severe danger from the intense heat. A Heat Advisory also remains active, indicating that while conditions are hazardous, they do not reach the extreme level of the warning. Residents are experiencing dangerous heat right now, with the air temperature at 104F and a feels-like temperature of 105F due to humidity levels.
Current observations show clear skies with light winds blowing at 3 mph, with gusts reaching up to 5 mph. The relative humidity is at 23%, and the dew point sits at 59F. These conditions contribute to the high heat index values reported by the National Weather Service, which are expected to reach as high as 103F today.
Forecast for Today, Tonight, and Tomorrow
Today will remain sunny with a high near 102F. The chance of precipitation is low at 11%. Winds will shift to the southwest around 5 mph. As evening approaches, skies will become mostly clear tonight. Temperatures will drop to a low near 79F, though they may rise slightly to around 81F overnight. Heat index values could still reach 101F, with south-southeast winds around 5 mph.
Tomorrow is expected to be sunny again, with a high near 103F. The chance of precipitation drops further to 3%. Winds will increase slightly, coming from the southwest at 5 to 10 mph.
Overnight into tomorrow night, skies will turn mostly clear. The low will be around 80F, potentially rising to 82F later in the night. Heat index values may climb back up to 103F, with south winds around 10 mph.
