*As of Aug 20, 2 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
An Extreme Heat Warning is currently in effect for Howe, Texas, signaling severe and potentially dangerous heat conditions for the area. As of this afternoon, the air temperature stands at 100F, but the combination of humidity and wind results in a feels-like temperature of 103F. The relative humidity is recorded at 29%, with a dew point of 63F.
Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 8 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, highs will reach near 103F, while tonight’s low will drop to around 80F. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms developing after 4pm today, with the overall chance of precipitation sitting at 10%. Overnight, temperatures may rise slightly to around 82F, with heat index values remaining as high as 105F.
Tomorrow brings even more intense heat, with highs near 104F and lows near 79F. The sky will be sunny initially, followed by a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. The chance of precipitation for tomorrow is 22%, though the National Weather Service notes a 20% chance for specific periods.
Heat index values are expected to climb as high as 107F during the day. Overnight into tomorrow night, conditions will be partly cloudy with lows around 79F and heat indices near 105F.
