Extreme Heat Warning in Effect for Gunter as Temperatures Soar - Aug 18, 5 PM

*As of Aug 18, 5 PM local time.*

Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway

Gunter, Texas, is currently under an Active NWS alert: Extreme Heat Warning (severity Severe). The National Weather Service has issued this warning due to dangerous heat conditions that pose significant risks to public health. As of this evening, the air temperature stands at 106F, with a feels-like temperature of 107F.

Relative humidity is at 22%, and the dew point is 59F. Winds are blowing from the south at 9 mph with gusts reaching 10 mph, under mostly clear skies.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

The National Weather Service in Fort Worth reports that today will be sunny with a high near 104F. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 106. South winds will be around 5 mph. There is a 0% chance of precipitation.

Tonight, skies will clear with a low around 81F. Temperatures may rise to around 84 overnight. Heat index values can still hit 106. South winds will persist at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow remains sunny with a high near 104F. Heat index values are forecast to reach 106. Southwest winds will increase slightly to 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation remains at 0%. Tomorrow night will be mostly clear with a low around 80F, rising to about 83 overnight. Heat index values will continue to reach 106, with south winds at 5 to 10 mph.

Safety Reminders

Given the severity of this heat event, residents are urged to take immediate precautions. Stay hydrated by drinking water frequently, even if you do not feel thirsty. Limit outdoor exertion, especially during the midday hours when temperatures peak.

Check on neighbors and vulnerable individuals who may be at higher risk from extreme heat. If you must go outside, seek shade or air-conditioned spaces whenever possible. This warning remains in effect until August 19 at 8:00PM CDT.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com