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5-day forecast / Howe, TX

FridaySunny97° / 74°
SaturdaySunny97° / 74°
SundayMostly Sunny97° / 72° 14%
MondayChance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms93° / 70° 51%
TuesdayMostly Sunny90° / 68° 11%

Howe Weather: Heat Index Nears 99 as Temperatures Climb - Sep 18, 2 PM

Howe's hometown forecast, updated every four hours — straight from the National Weather Service.

Current conditions in Howe show a heat index of 97F. Today and tomorrow will see highs near 97F with sunny skies and no precipitation expected.

Bree Tanaka

September 18, 20261 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Sep 18, 2 PM local time.*

Current Conditions

It is currently Friday this afternoon in Howe, TX, where the air temperature stands at 95F. The heat index, or "feels like" temperature, is registering at 97F due to a relative humidity of 37% and a dew point of 64F. Winds are blowing from the south southeast at 10 mph with gusts reaching 10 mph. The sky remains mostly clear overhead.

Today and Tonight Forecast

The National Weather Service indicates that today will be sunny with a high near 97F. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 99F during the day. Winds will continue from the south southeast at speeds between 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation remains at 0%.

As evening approaches, tonight will be mostly clear with a low around 74F. Temperatures are expected to rise slightly to around 76F overnight. South winds will decrease to around 5 mph. Residents should note that there are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts in effect for this area.

Tomorrow and Safety Notes

Tomorrow is forecast to be sunny with a high near 97F. In the afternoon, temperatures may fall slightly to around 95F. Heat index values will again reach as high as 99F.

Winds will shift to the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation remains 0%. Temperatures will drop to a low around 74F tomorrow night, rising to around 76F overnight with south winds near 10 mph.

Given the persistent heat and high humidity levels, it is advisable to stay hydrated and limit prolonged outdoor exertion during the peak afternoon hours. Check on neighbors who may be vulnerable to extreme heat. Always monitor local news for any updates on changing conditions.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

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Bree Tanaka covers weather, the outdoors, and seasonal life in and around Howe.

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