*As of Jul 18, 4 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Risk
Denison is experiencing dangerous heat conditions this Saturday afternoon. The air temperature stands at 93F, but the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel significantly hotter. The current heat index is 101F, creating a hazardous environment for anyone spending time outdoors.
Relative humidity is at 50%, with a dew point of 72F, indicating quite humid air that traps heat close to the ground. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 15 mph, with gusts reaching 15 mph, providing minimal relief from the warmth. The sky remains clear overhead, allowing full solar intensity to drive these elevated temperatures.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, the high will reach near 95F, with a low near 77F. The sky will be mostly sunny, and the chance of precipitation is just 4%. Heat index values are expected to climb as high as 99F during the day. South southwest winds will average around 10 mph.
Tonight, conditions will shift to partly cloudy skies. Temperatures will drop to a low around 77F, though they may rise slightly to around 79F overnight. The heat index will remain high at 99F. South winds will decrease to 5 to 10 mph. The chance of rain remains low at 4%.
Tomorrow, the heat will intensify further. Expect sunny skies with a high near 97F. The heat index is forecast to reach as high as 103F, marking a significant increase in perceived temperature.
South southwest winds will continue at 5 to 10 mph. The low for tomorrow night will be around 78F, with mostly clear skies and a heat index of 102F. The chance of precipitation stays at 4%.
