*As of Jul 21, 8 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
An Extreme Heat Warning is currently in effect for Gunter, Texas, signaling severe and dangerous heat conditions for the area. The National Weather Service has issued this alert due to the intense thermal stress expected to impact the region. As of this evening, the air temperature stands at 98F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 105F.
The relative humidity is at 39%, with a dew point of 69F. Winds are light, blowing from the east-southeast at 3 mph with gusts up to 5 mph, under a clear sky.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, Gunter will experience a high near 103F, with a low near 81F. There is no chance of precipitation, and skies will remain clear. Overnight, conditions will stay clear with temperatures rising to around 83F. The heat index will remain elevated, reaching as high as 108F. Winds will be light, shifting from east to southeast at 0 to 5 mph.
Tomorrow, the heat will persist with sunny skies and a high near 100F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 2%. The heat index is forecast to climb even higher, reaching as high as 111F.
Winds will increase slightly, coming from the northeast at 5 to 10 mph. Tomorrow night will be clear with a low around 77F, though temperatures may rise to around 79F overnight. The heat index will remain high at 109F, with east-northeast winds at 5 to 10 mph.
