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Little Elm Weather: Heat Index Hits 97F as Sunny Skies Persist - Aug 1, 5 PM

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Little Elm residents are facing very hot conditions this evening with a feels-like temperature of 97F. Sunny skies and dry air will continue through tomorrow, with no severe weather alerts in effect.

Esme Whitman

August 1, 20262 min read

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

*As of Aug 1, 5 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Heat Index

It is currently Saturday evening in Little Elm, where the heat remains intense. The air temperature stands at 99F, but the combination of humidity and wind results in a feels-like temperature of 97F. Relative humidity is low at 22%, with a dew point of 54F.

Winds are blowing from the north at 13 mph, with gusts reaching up to 17 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today in Little Elm, conditions will be sunny with a high near 97F. The National Weather Service indicates north winds around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. There is no chance of precipitation today. Temperatures will drop to a low near 74F tonight.

Overnight, skies will stay clear. Low temperatures will settle around 74F, though readings may rise slightly to around 76F during the night hours. Winds will shift to north-northeast at 5 to 15 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 25 mph.

Tomorrow brings continued sunny skies and another hot day. The high is forecast to reach near 98F. North winds will be lighter, ranging from 5 to 10 mph. There remains a 0% chance of precipitation for tomorrow as well. Temperatures will fall to a low near 74F tonight.

During tomorrow night, skies will clear further with lows around 74F. Overnight temperatures may rise to approximately 77F. Heat index values could climb as high as 97F. Winds will be light from the east-northeast at 0 to 5 mph.

Safety and Alerts

There are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts for Little Elm at this time. However, the persistent heat requires caution. Residents should stay hydrated and limit prolonged outdoor exertion during the hottest parts of the day.

The dry air and clear skies contribute to the high temperatures, so monitoring how you feel is essential. Please check on neighbors who may be vulnerable to the heat.

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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