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Little Elm Weather: Heat Index Hits 104 Today With Slight Storm Chance - Aug 8, 1 PM

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Temperatures in Little Elm are soaring to near 100F this afternoon with a heat index up to 104. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible later today.

Esme Whitman

August 8, 20262 min read

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

*As of Aug 8, 1 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Heat Advisory

Little Elm is experiencing intense heat right now, with the air temperature at 95F and a feels-like temperature also at 95F. The relative humidity sits at 35%, with a dew point of 66F. Winds are light from the south at 3 mph, with gusts reaching up to 6 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.

Today's Forecast: High Heat and Late Storms

Today will be exceptionally hot, with a high near 100F. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values as high as 104 during the peak afternoon hours. While the morning starts sunny, there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. The overall chance of precipitation for the day is 20%. South winds will increase slightly to around 5 mph.

Tonight, conditions remain warm with a low near 80F. Temperatures may rise to around 83F overnight. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, followed by partly cloudy skies. The heat index could reach as high as 101 tonight. South southeast winds will pick up to around 10 mph.

Tomorrow Outlook: Sunny and Hot

Tomorrow brings another day of intense heat with a high near 100F. The sky will be sunny throughout the day, and there is no chance of precipitation. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 102. South winds will continue at around 10 mph.

Safety Reminders

Given the extreme heat indices reaching up to 104 today and 102 tomorrow, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on elderly neighbors or those without air conditioning. If storms develop later today, seek shelter indoors immediately.

There are no active National Weather Service alerts at this time, but the heat alone poses a significant risk. Please monitor local updates for any changes in conditions.

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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