*As of Jul 17, 12 PM local time.*
Oppressive Humidity and Rising Heat
Denison is currently experiencing oppressively humid conditions this Friday afternoon. The air temperature stands at 81F, but the heat index makes it feel like 86F. Relative humidity is sitting at 84%, with a dew point of 75F contributing to the muggy atmosphere.
Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 8 mph, with gusts reaching 13 mph. The sky remains mostly cloudy as the day progresses.
Today, the high will reach near 91F, with a low near 76F expected later. The chance of precipitation is low at 9%, and skies will be partly sunny. According to the National Weather Service, heat index values could climb as high as 97F today. Winds will shift to a south southwest direction around 10 mph, with gusts potentially hitting 20 mph.
Outlook for Tonight and Tomorrow
Tonight, conditions will remain mostly cloudy with a low around 76F. South winds will persist at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. There is no significant change in humidity levels expected overnight.
Tomorrow, the heat will intensify. The high will approach 95F, with a low near 77F. The sky will be mostly sunny, and the chance of precipitation drops to 4%.
