Dangerous heat in Denison: 97F feels like 104F this afternoon - Aug 5, 12 PM

*As of Aug 5, 12 PM local time.*

Dangerous heat now

Denison is dealing with dangerous heat this afternoon. The air temperature is 97F, but it feels like 104F under a clear sky. Moisture is adding to the strain, with a dew point of 70F and relative humidity at 42%. Wind is 10 mph, with gusts to 11 mph. The heat index value for today may reach 104F.

Today, tonight and tomorrow

Today stays sunny, with a high near 101F and a low near 80F. The chance of precipitation is 1%. South wind is expected at 5 to 10 mph.

Tonight is mostly clear, with a low around 80F. Heat index values may still be as high as 101F, and south wind is expected around 5 mph.

Tomorrow is also sunny, with a high near 100F and a low near 79F. The chance of precipitation is 2%. Heat index values may reach 102F, with south southwest wind at 5 to 10 mph.

Alerts and heat safety

There are no active NWS/NOAA weather alerts listed for Denison.

Even without an alert, this level of heat can be hard on the body. Drink water, take breaks in shade or air conditioning, and limit strenuous outdoor activity while the heat is at its worst. Check on people and pets who may have a harder time staying cool, and never leave anyone in a parked vehicle.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com