*As of Aug 25, 2 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Persist
The National Weather Service has issued both an Extreme Heat Warning and a Heat Advisory for Howe, Texas, signaling hazardous conditions for residents today. The current air temperature stands at 100F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 104F. Relative humidity is at 31%, with a dew point of 64F.
Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 18 mph, with gusts reaching 26 mph under clear skies.
The Extreme Heat Warning is in effect until 9:00PM CDT today, while the Heat Advisory continues until 9:00PM CDT tomorrow. These alerts underscore the severity of the heat index values, which are expected to remain dangerously high through the evening.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today will be sunny with a high near 103F. The heat index is forecast to reach as high as 103 during the day. Tonight, skies will become mostly clear with a low around 81F. Heat index values may still climb to 102 overnight. Winds will shift to the south at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph.
Tomorrow brings a slight change in pattern but continued warmth. Highs will drop to near 98F, with temperatures falling to around 95 in the afternoon. There is a slight chance of rain showers between 10am and 1pm, followed by a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms later.
