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5-day forecast / Little Elm, TX

WednesdayIsolated Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny97° / 78° 15%
ThursdaySunny98° / 81°
FridaySunny98° / 81°
SaturdaySunny97° / 80° 6%
SundayChance Showers And Thunderstorms92° / 79° 30%

Little Elm Weather: Heat Index Hits 99F Tonight With Isolated Storms - Jul 7, 8 PM

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Little Elm faces a very hot evening with a feels-like temperature of 99F. Tonight brings a chance of showers and thunderstorms, while tomorrow offers isolated storms before clearing up.

Esme Whitman

July 8, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Jul 7, 8 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Heat

Little Elm is experiencing very hot conditions this evening. The air temperature is currently 91F, but the heat index makes it feel like 99F. Humidity levels are quite high, with a dew point of 72F and relative humidity at 53%. Winds are blowing from the south-southeast at 13 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph. The sky remains partly cloudy as the day winds down.

Tonight and Tomorrow Forecast

Tonight, residents should expect a chance of showers and thunderstorms. The sky will become mostly clear as the night progresses. Temperatures will drop to a low near 76F, though they may rise slightly to around 78F during the overnight hours. The heat index will remain high, peaking at 98F. Winds will shift to a south-southeast direction at around 5 mph. There is a 30% chance of precipitation, with new rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Tomorrow, the weather will begin with isolated showers and thunderstorms before 7am. After that, skies will turn sunny with a high near 97F. The heat index is expected to climb as high as 102F. Winds will come from the south-southwest at 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation drops to 20% for the day.

Safety and Outlook

The combination of high temperatures and humidity creates a significant heat risk. It is important to stay hydrated and limit time spent outdoors during the hottest parts of the day. If you must be outside, seek air-conditioned spaces when possible. While the chance of storms is present, particularly tonight, the threat of severe weather is not indicated by any active alerts. No warnings, watches, or advisories are currently in effect for Little Elm. Residents should monitor local updates for any changes in the forecast, especially regarding the isolated storms expected tomorrow morning.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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Esme Whitman

Esme Whitman covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Little Elm.

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