*As of Aug 15, 5 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alert Status
A Heat Advisory is currently active for the Denison area, issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. The advisory is expected to remain in effect until this evening. Residents should be aware that conditions are already quite warm, with the air temperature sitting at 84 degrees Fahrenheit.
Due to the high humidity, the heat index makes it feel like 89 degrees. The relative humidity is currently at 68 percent, and the dew point stands at 72 degrees, contributing to the muggy atmosphere. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 11 miles per hour, with gusts reaching up to 26 miles per hour.
The sky is currently clear, offering no immediate relief from the sun’s intensity.
Today’s Forecast and Outlook
Today will be sunny with a high temperature near 101 degrees Fahrenheit. The chance of precipitation is extremely low at just 1 percent, meaning rain is not a factor in the forecast. The heat index values are expected to reach as high as 105 degrees, which significantly increases the risk of heat-related illness.
Winds will shift to around 10 miles per hour from the south southwest. Tonight, the sky will remain mostly clear, and temperatures will drop to a low around 80 degrees. However, it will not cool down significantly, with temperatures potentially rising to around 83 degrees overnight.
The heat index will remain high, reaching up to 105 degrees again. Winds will ease to 5 to 10 miles per hour.
