*As of Aug 19, 6 AM local time.*
Severe Heat Alert Active
A severe Extreme Heat Warning is currently in effect for Gunter, Texas. This alert indicates dangerous conditions that pose significant risks to health and safety. The warning remains active until the evening hours of August 19. Residents should monitor local updates closely as conditions remain hazardous.
Current conditions reflect the intensity of this heat event. At this time on Wednesday morning, the air temperature stands at 84F, but the combination of heat and humidity results in a feels-like temperature of 87F. The relative humidity is at 55%, with a dew point of 66F.
Winds are blowing from the south-southwest at 11 mph, with gusts reaching up to 19 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today will be intensely hot and sunny. High temperatures are expected to reach near 105F, while lows will drop to around 82F overnight. The National Weather Service reports heat index values as high as 106 during the day. Winds will shift to a south-southwest direction at around 10 mph. There is no chance of precipitation today.
Tonight, skies will be mostly clear with lows near 82F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 84F during the overnight hours. Heat index values could remain as high as 104. Winds will decrease to a south direction at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow, conditions will remain sunny with a high near 104F. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible after 4pm, bringing the total chance of precipitation to 20%. Heat index values are forecast to climb as high as 109. Winds will be from the southwest at 5 to 10 mph.
