*As of Jul 11, 4 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat and High Humidity
Denison is currently under the influence of dangerous heat conditions this afternoon. The air temperature stands at 93F, but the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel significantly hotter, with a feels-like temperature of 101F. This intense heat index is driven by high humidity levels, with the relative humidity at 50% and a dew point of 72F. Winds are blowing from the south at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 16 mph, while the sky remains partly cloudy.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Today will remain sunny with a high near 97F. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values could reach as high as 103 during the day. Winds will shift to a south direction at around 5 mph. As evening approaches, conditions will clear up. Tonight is expected to be mostly clear with a low around 78F. Heat index values may stay as high as 102. There is a chance of showers and thunderstorms developing after 4am, with a 30% chance of precipitation. Winds will remain southerly at approximately 5 mph.
Tomorrow’s Storm Potential
Temperatures will drop slightly tomorrow, with a high near 94F. The day begins with a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10am, followed by a continued chance of showers and thunderstorms throughout the day. Skies will be mostly sunny. The heat index is forecast to reach 102. Winds will come from the south-southeast at around 5 mph. The chance of precipitation is 50%, with new rainfall amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch possible.
