Oppressive Humidity and Current Conditions
Denison is currently under the grip of oppressively humid air, with the dew point sitting at 77F and relative humidity at 84%. This moisture-laden atmosphere makes the air feel significantly heavier than the actual temperature suggests. As of this Sunday afternoon, the air temperature is 82F, but the heat index pushes the feels-like temperature up to 91F. Winds are light, blowing from the east at 7 mph with gusts reaching 8 mph, while the sky remains clear overhead.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Temperatures will climb today, with a high near 95F. However, the heat index will make it feel closer to 99F. There is a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 4pm, with a 33% probability of precipitation. As the day progresses, temperatures may fall slightly to around 92F in the afternoon.
Tonight, conditions will remain muggy with a low near 74F. The heat index could reach as high as 100F. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms exists between 7pm and 10pm, with a 20% chance of precipitation. While new rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch are possible, skies will be partly cloudy. Winds will shift to the southeast and drop to 0 to 5 mph.
Tomorrow Outlook
Sunny skies are expected to return tomorrow, offering a break from the storm potential. The high will be near 94F, with the heat index still reaching 99F. Northeast winds will be light, ranging from 0 to 5 mph. The chance of precipitation drops significantly to just 8%. Tomorrow night will be mostly clear with a low around 73F, though temperatures may rise to around 75F overnight. The heat index will remain high at 100F, with east winds at 0 to 5 mph.
