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ThursdayChance Showers And Thunderstorms89° / 73° 38%
FridayPartly Sunny91° / 75° 10%
SaturdaySunny94° / 76° 2%
SundaySunny95° / 77° 3%
MondaySunny98° / 77°

Gunter, TX Heat Index Hits 98F With Chance of Storms - Jul 16, 4 PM

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Gunter residents face humid, hot conditions with a feels-like temperature of 98F. A chance of showers and thunderstorms lingers today, while tomorrow brings partly sunny skies and continued warmth.

Sasha Zimmer

July 16, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 16, 4 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Heat Index

Gunter is experiencing very hot and humid conditions this afternoon. The air temperature stands at 90F, but the heat index makes it feel like 98F. Relative humidity is at 59%, with a dew point of 73F contributing to the muggy atmosphere.

Winds are blowing from the south at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 16 mph. The sky remains mostly cloudy, limiting direct sun exposure but trapping heat.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Temperatures will struggle to break the 90-degree mark today, with a high near 89F. The National Weather Service indicates a high chance of showers and thunderstorms, with precipitation chances at 38%. Rainfall amounts are expected to be minimal, likely less than a tenth of an inch. As the day progresses, temperatures may dip slightly to around 87F in the afternoon.

Tonight, the chance for showers and thunderstorms continues, particularly before 7pm. Cloud cover will remain mostly cloudy as lows settle near 73F. Winds will ease to 5 to 10 mph from the south. Overnight, temperatures may rise slightly to around 75F. The precipitation chance drops to 30% for the night.

Tomorrow Outlook

Conditions will shift slightly tomorrow with partly sunny skies. Highs will climb to near 91F, and the heat index could again reach values as high as 98F. Winds will remain light, between 5 to 10 mph from the south. The chance of precipitation drops significantly to 10%. Tomorrow night will be partly cloudy with lows around 75F, and temperatures may rise to around 77F overnight.

Safety Reminder

With heat index values reaching 98F, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest parts of the day. Check on neighbors and vulnerable individuals who may be affected by the heat. While storm chances exist, the primary concern remains the high heat and humidity levels.

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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