*As of Jul 30, 8 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alert Status
Little Elm residents are currently navigating a Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. This moderate-severity alert, expected to last until July 30 at 8:00PM CDT, underscores the intense heat gripping the area right now. The air temperature sits at 84F, but humidity makes it feel significantly warmer, with a feels-like reading of 88F.
Relative humidity is at 62%, and the dew point stands at 70F, indicating substantial moisture in the air.
Winds are light from the south southwest at 5 mph, though gusts have reached 17 mph. The sky remains clear overhead as the day progresses. The advisory highlights the potential for dangerous heat index values, which officials warn can lead to heat-related illnesses if precautions are not taken.
Forecast Outlook: Today and Tomorrow
Today will be sunny with a high near 100F. Despite the clear skies, the combination of heat and humidity will push heat index values as high as 108. South southwest winds will continue at 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 1%. Temperatures will drop to a low near 82F tonight.
Overnight conditions will be mostly clear, with lows around 82F. However, temperatures may rise slightly to around 86F during the night hours. Heat index values could reach as high as 105, even after sunset. South winds will pick up slightly to around 10 mph.
Tomorrow brings another day of sun and rising heat. The high is forecast to be near 102F, making it one of the hottest days in recent memory for the region. Heat index values are expected to soar as high as 110.
