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WednesdaySunny101° / 76° 2%
ThursdaySunny97° / 77°
FridayMostly Sunny99° / 81° 1%
SaturdayMostly Sunny100° / 81° 4%
SundaySunny100° / 80° 1%

Extreme Heat Warning in Effect for Gunter as Temperatures Soar - Jul 22, 8 AM

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An Extreme Heat Warning is active for Gunter, TX, with highs near 101F and heat index values reaching 112F today. Residents are urged to take precautions against severe heat.

Sasha Zimmer

July 22, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 22, 8 AM local time.*

Severe Heat Alert Active

An Extreme Heat Warning is currently in effect for Gunter, Texas, signaling dangerous conditions that require immediate attention. The National Weather Service has issued this severe alert due to the combination of extreme temperatures and high humidity levels. Residents should monitor local updates closely as conditions remain hazardous.

Current conditions in Gunter reflect the intensity of this heat event. The air temperature stands at 81F, but the heat index makes it feel like 87F. Humidity is oppressively high, with a relative humidity of 89% and a dew point of 77F. Winds are light at 6 mph with gusts up to 12 mph, and the sky remains clear.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today will be intensely hot and sunny, with a high near 101F. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 112F. Northeast winds will blow between 5 to 10 mph.

The chance of precipitation is minimal at 2%. Overnight, skies will clear, and temperatures will drop to a low near 76F, though they may rise slightly to around 78F during the night. The heat index will remain elevated at 109F.

East northeast winds will persist at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow will see a slight relief in peak temperatures, with a high near 97F under sunny skies. The heat index will still reach 104F. East winds will average around 10 mph.

There is no chance of precipitation. Overnight tomorrow, skies will be mostly clear with a low around 77F. The heat index will drop slightly to 103F, with east southeast winds between 5 to 10 mph.

Safety Precautions

Given the severity of the Extreme Heat Warning, it is critical to stay hydrated and limit outdoor exertion, especially during midday hours. Check on neighbors and vulnerable individuals who may be at risk. Keep living spaces cool and avoid direct sun exposure as much as possible. This weather pattern poses significant health risks, so please take all necessary precautions to stay safe.

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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