*As of Aug 25, 2 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
Gunter, Texas, is currently under the influence of severe heat conditions. The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning with severe urgency, which remains in effect until 9:00 PM CDT today. Additionally, a Heat Advisory with moderate severity and expected urgency is active until 9:00 PM CDT tomorrow.
Current conditions reflect the intensity of this heat event. The air temperature stands at 99F, but the combination of heat and humidity results in a feels-like temperature of 102F. Relative humidity is at 33%, with a dew point of 64F. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 18 mph, with gusts reaching up to 22 mph. The sky remains clear as of this afternoon.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today will be sunny with a high near 105F. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 105. South southwest winds will average around 15 mph, with gusts potentially hitting 25 mph.
The low tonight will drop to near 82F under mostly clear skies. Despite the cooling trend, heat index values may remain as high as 105 overnight. Winds will persist from the south southwest at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph.
Tomorrow brings a slight change in pattern but continued warmth. The day will be mostly sunny with a high near 100F. Heat index values could climb as high as 106. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible after 1 PM, bringing a 20% chance of precipitation. Winds will shift to the west northwest at 5 to 10 mph.
