*As of Aug 9, 4 PM local time.*
Intense Heat Conditions
Dangerous heat is currently gripping Gunter, Texas, as the sun beats down on the community this Sunday afternoon. The air temperature stands at 99F, but the combination of heat and humidity pushes the feels-like temperature to a hazardous 104F. Relative humidity is sitting at 37%, with a dew point of 68F contributing to the muggy atmosphere.
Winds are blowing from the south at 11 mph, with gusts reaching 11 mph, while the sky remains completely clear.
Forecast Outlook
According to the National Weather Service, sunny conditions will persist through today, with a high near 99F. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 102 during the day. The south wind will be between 5 to 10 mph. There is only a 4% chance of precipitation today.
Tonight, skies will remain clear. Temperatures will drop to a low near 77F, though they may rise slightly to around 79F overnight. Heat index values will stay elevated at up to 99. South winds will continue around 10 mph. The chance of rain for tonight is minimal.
Tomorrow brings another day of sunny skies with a high near 99F. Heat index values will climb back up to 102. South winds will persist around 10 mph.
The chance of precipitation remains low at 6%. Tomorrow night will also be clear, with a low around 77F and temperatures rising to about 79F overnight. Heat index values will reach 101, with south southeast winds around 10 mph.
