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Little Elm Heat Advisory in Effect as Temperatures Climb Near 100 - Jul 24, 4 AM

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A Heat Advisory is active for Little Elm, TX, with oppressive humidity and highs near 99F expected. Current conditions show a heat index of 91F.

Esme Whitman

July 24, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 24, 4 AM local time.*

Current Conditions and Alert Status

Little Elm, TX, is currently under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service. This moderate-severity alert, which carries an expected urgency, is in place to warn residents of dangerously high heat index values. The advisory remains in effect until the specified end time, emphasizing the need for caution during the peak heat hours.

Right now, it is Friday overnight. The air temperature stands at 82F, but the oppressive humidity makes it feel significantly hotter. The relative humidity is at 84%, with a dew point of 77F, creating a muggy atmosphere.

Winds are blowing from the southeast at 14 mph, with gusts reaching 18 mph. The sky is partly cloudy, offering little relief from the lingering warmth of the day.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today, the sun will break through the clouds, resulting in partly sunny skies. Highs will reach near 97F. The heat index is expected to soar as high as 107F, making it feel much hotter than the actual air temperature. South winds will range from 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 5%.

Tonight, skies will remain partly cloudy with a low around 80F. However, temperatures are expected to rise to around 85F overnight. The heat index will continue to be a concern, reaching values as high as 107F. South winds will persist at 10 to 15 mph.

Tomorrow, conditions will shift to mostly sunny skies with a high near 99F. The heat index will again climb to 107F. Winds will come from the south southwest at around 10 mph. The chance of rain drops to just 1%. Tomorrow night will be mostly clear with a low around 82F, and temperatures rising to around 84F overnight.

Safety Reminders

Given the active Heat Advisory and oppressive humidity, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on neighbors, especially the elderly or those without air conditioning. Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun and seek air-conditioned environments whenever possible. The combination of high heat and humidity poses serious health risks, so please take these warnings seriously.

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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