*As of Sep 6, 2 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alert Status
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for the Denison area, issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. This moderate-severity alert remains active until this evening. As of this afternoon, the air temperature stands at 97 degrees Fahrenheit, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 102 degrees.
The relative humidity is 39 percent, with a dew point of 68 degrees. Winds are blowing from the east-southeast at 13 miles per hour, though gusts have been recorded at 10 miles per hour. The sky is mainly clear, offering little relief from the direct solar radiation.
Today's Outlook and Evening Forecast
Residents can expect a high near 100 degrees today, with heat index values potentially reaching 103 degrees. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4 p.m., with a 12 percent probability of precipitation. As the day transitions into the evening, the chance for storms remains slight before 7 p.m.
The sky will remain mostly clear, and temperatures will drop to a low near 79 degrees. Heat index values may still reach 102 degrees during the early evening hours. Winds will shift to the south, ranging from 0 to 5 miles per hour.
