*As of Jul 20, 4 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alert Status
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Gunter, Texas, signaling dangerous heat conditions that require caution. As of this afternoon, the air temperature stands at 97F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 104F. The relative humidity is at 42%, with a dew point of 70F, indicating significant moisture in the air.
Winds are light, blowing from the south southwest at 7 mph with gusts up to 10 mph, under a mostly clear sky.
The National Weather Service has issued this advisory due to the intense heat expected to persist through the evening. Residents should be aware that the heat index values are projected to reach as high as 108F during the day and remain elevated overnight. This advisory underscores the need for vigilance as temperatures remain well above seasonal averages.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, the sky will remain sunny with a high near 100F. The low is expected to drop to around 78F tonight, though temperatures will rise to approximately 81F during the overnight hours. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 6%, with clear skies expected to return. Winds will remain light, shifting to the south at around 5 mph.
Tomorrow, conditions will continue to be sunny and hot, with a high near 103F. The low will settle around 80F, with temperatures rising to about 82F overnight. The chance of rain is negligible at 1%.
Winds will be calm, ranging from west southwest to east southeast at 0 to 5 mph. Heat index values are forecast to reach as high as 110F, making it feel even hotter than the actual air temperature.
