*As of Aug 15, 11 AM local time.*
Immediate Conditions and Alert
Gunter, Texas, is currently under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service. This moderate-severity alert, expected to remain in effect through the evening, underscores the dangerous heat impacting the region right now. At this moment, the air temperature stands at 88F, but the combination of heat and humidity pushes the feels-like temperature to a sweltering 96F.
The atmosphere is holding significant moisture, with a dew point of 73F and relative humidity at 62%. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 15 mph, though gusts are reported at 14 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.
Forecast for Today and Tonight
The National Weather Service forecasts that today will be sunny with a high near 100F. Heat index values are expected to climb as high as 106 during the day. Winds will shift slightly, becoming south southwest around 10 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 1%.
As evening approaches, conditions will remain mostly clear tonight with a low near 79F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 81F overnight. Heat indices will stay elevated, reaching up to 104. Winds will ease to a south direction at 5 to 10 mph. Residents should note that the advisory remains active during this period.
Outlook for Tomorrow
Tomorrow promises another sunny day with a high near 102F. The heat will persist, with heat index values peaking around 105. Winds will continue from the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph. There is no chance of precipitation expected tomorrow.
