*As of Aug 13, 5 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
Gunter, Texas, is currently under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service. The alert carries a moderate severity rating and indicates expected urgency for the region. As of this Thursday evening, the air temperature stands at 99F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 103F.
Relative humidity is at 35%, with a dew point of 66F. Winds are blowing from the south at 15 mph, with gusts reaching up to 29 mph, while the sky remains clear.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
The National Weather Service forecasts continued hot conditions through the weekend. Today is expected to be sunny with a high near 101F. The heat index values are projected to reach as high as 107. South winds will remain around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Temperatures will drop to a low near 79F tonight.
Overnight, skies will stay clear. The low will settle around 79F, though temperatures may rise slightly to around 81F during the night hours. Heat index values could still reach 105. South winds will persist at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph.
Tomorrow will also be sunny, with a high near 100F. The heat index is expected to climb to 106. South winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph.
Tomorrow night will see mostly clear skies, with a low around 79F and temperatures rising to about 81F overnight. Heat index values may again reach 105, with south winds of 10 to 15 mph and gusts up to 25 mph.
