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5-day forecast / Gunter, TX

FridaySunny98° / 79°
SaturdaySunny97° / 79° 1%
SundaySlight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms95° / 74° 28%
MondayChance Showers And Thunderstorms91° / 73° 40%
TuesdayChance Showers And Thunderstorms90° / 72° 29%

Gunter, TX: Heat Index Hits 102 as Temperatures Climb to 99F - Jul 10, 4 PM

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Gunter residents face intense heat today with highs near 99F and heat index values reaching 102. Clear skies and warm nights offer little relief from the summer warmth.

Sasha Zimmer

July 10, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 10, 4 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Heat Index

Gunter is experiencing intense heat this Friday afternoon. The air temperature currently stands at 97F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 99F. Relative humidity is at 35%, with a dew point of 64F. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 15 mph, with gusts reaching 18 mph. The sky remains clear, allowing the sun to beat down without obstruction.

The National Weather Service indicates that heat index values will climb as high as 102 today. This significant heat stress requires caution for anyone spending time outdoors. The high for the day is near 99F, while the low is expected to be near 79F. There is a 0% chance of precipitation, ensuring sunny conditions throughout the day.

Overnight and Tomorrow Forecast

Temperatures will remain elevated overnight. The low will be around 79F, but conditions will warm up to approximately 81F during the night. Heat index values will stay high at around 101. Winds will shift to the south at around 10 mph. Clear skies will persist, offering no cloud cover to moderate the warmth.

Tomorrow, the heat will continue with a high near 97F. The heat index is forecast to reach 101. Skies will remain sunny with a 1% chance of precipitation. Winds will decrease slightly, coming from the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph.

Looking ahead to tomorrow night, there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4am. The sky will be mostly clear otherwise. The low will be around 79F, rising to 81F overnight. Heat index values will remain at 101, with south winds around 5 mph. The chance of precipitation is 20%.

Safety Reminder

Given the high heat index values, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on neighbors and vulnerable individuals who may be affected by the heat. Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun and seek air-conditioned environments when possible.

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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