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WednesdaySlight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms98° / 77° 17%
ThursdaySunny99° / 80°
FridaySunny98° / 80°
SaturdaySunny97° / 79° 9%
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Dangerous Heat Index Hits 103 in Gunter as Humidity Rises - Jul 7, 4 PM

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Gunter residents face dangerous heat today with a heat index of 103F. Humidity is high with a dew point of 73F. No severe weather alerts are active.

Sasha Zimmer

July 7, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Jul 7, 4 PM local time.*

Dangerous Heat and High Humidity

Gunter is currently under the influence of dangerous heat conditions this Tuesday afternoon. The air temperature stands at 93F, but the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel significantly hotter. The heat index is currently 103F, creating a hazardous environment for outdoor activities. Humidity levels are quite high, with the relative humidity at 53% and a dew point of 73F. These conditions contribute to the oppressive feel of the air. Winds are light, blowing at 6 mph with gusts reaching 7 mph, while the sky remains mainly clear above.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Temperatures are expected to remain elevated through the rest of the day and into the night. Today, the high will reach near 95F, with temperatures falling to around 93F in the afternoon. The heat index values will climb as high as 103. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms, with a 16% chance of precipitation. Tonight, conditions will ease slightly but remain warm. The low will drop to near 74F, with temperatures rising to around 76F overnight. The heat index will remain as high as 100. Winds will shift to the southeast at 0 to 5 mph. Partly cloudy skies are expected, and the chance of precipitation remains at 20%.

Tomorrow, the heat will intensify further. The high will approach 98F, with heat index values reaching 104. Skies will be sunny, and there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. The chance of precipitation is 17%. Winds will pick up slightly from the southwest at 5 to 10 mph. Tomorrow night, the low will be near 77F. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Skies will become mostly clear, and the heat index will be as high as 101. South winds will blow at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Safety Reminder

Given the dangerous heat index values, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on neighbors, especially the elderly and those without air conditioning. Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun and seek air-conditioned environments when possible. While there are no active National Weather Service alerts, the heat itself poses a significant risk to health and safety.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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Sasha Zimmer

Sasha Zimmer covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Gunter.

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