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ThursdaySunny99° / 81° 1%
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Dangerous Heat Persists in Little Elm as Temperatures Climb - Jul 8, 8 PM

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Little Elm residents face dangerous heat with a feels-like temperature of 100F. Clear skies and high humidity will keep heat indices elevated through tonight and tomorrow.

Esme Whitman

July 9, 20262 min read

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

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

Current Conditions and Immediate Outlook

Little Elm is currently under the influence of dangerous heat. As of this evening, the air temperature stands at 99F, but the combination of heat and humidity pushes the feels-like temperature to 100F. The relative humidity is at 31%, with a dew point of 63F. Winds are blowing from the south at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 14 mph. The sky remains partly cloudy as the day transitions into night.

Looking ahead to the rest of today, conditions are expected to be clear. The high will reach near 100F, followed by a low near 82F. There is only a 13% chance of precipitation, indicating a dry evening for the community.

Forecast for Tonight and Tomorrow

Overnight, the sky will remain clear. Temperatures will drop to a low around 82F, though they may rise slightly to around 84F later in the night. The heat index will remain high, with values reaching as high as 100. Winds will shift to a south direction, averaging around 10 mph, with gusts potentially hitting 20 mph.

Tomorrow, the weather will turn sunny with a high near 99F. The heat index is forecast to climb even higher, reaching values as high as 104. Winds will come from the south southwest at 10 to 15 mph. As tomorrow night approaches, skies will clear again. Temperatures will fall to a low around 81F, potentially rising to 84F overnight. The heat index will stay elevated, with values up to 102. Winds will continue from the south at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

Safety Reminder

With heat indices reaching into the 100s, it is critical to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on neighbors, especially the elderly and those without air conditioning. Ensure pets have access to cool water and shade. Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun during the hottest parts of the day to prevent heat-related illnesses.

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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