*As of Jul 8, 4 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Index
It is currently Wednesday this afternoon in Little Elm, TX, and the heat is already palpable. The air temperature stands at 99F, with a feels-like temperature of 99F. Relative humidity is at 36%, and the dew point is 67F.
Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 8 mph, with gusts reaching 8 mph. The sky remains partly cloudy, but the sun’s intensity is driving the high temperatures.
The National Weather Service indicates that heat index values will reach as high as 102F today. This means the air feels significantly hotter than the actual thermometer reading due to the combination of heat and humidity. Residents are advised to stay hydrated and limit prolonged outdoor exertion during the peak heat hours.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, Little Elm will experience sunny skies with a high near 98F and a low near 82F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 4%. Winds will continue from the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph.
As tonight approaches, skies will become mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low around 82F, though they may rise slightly to around 84F overnight. Heat index values will remain high, up to 102F.
Winds will shift to the south at around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
