*As of Aug 8, 5 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Index
Little Elm is currently under the influence of intense heat, with the air temperature recorded at 100F this Saturday evening. The combination of heat and humidity has pushed the feels-like temperature to 101F, creating hazardous conditions for anyone outdoors. Relative humidity stands at 27%, with a dew point of 61F contributing to the muggy atmosphere.
Winds are blowing from the south at 7 mph, with gusts reaching up to 12 mph. The sky remains partly cloudy, offering little relief from the sun's intensity.
Forecast for Today and Tonight
Throughout today, high temperatures will hover near 100F, though they may dip slightly to around 98F in the afternoon. Residents should anticipate heat index values climbing as high as 102F. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms developing, with precipitation chances estimated at 21%. Winds are expected to remain light, around 5 mph from the south.
As evening transitions into tonight, skies will become mostly clear. The slight chance for showers and thunderstorms persists before 7pm, with a 20% probability of precipitation. Temperatures will drop to a low near 79F, though they may rise slightly to around 83F during the overnight hours. Heat index values could still reach 102F. South winds will increase slightly, ranging from 5 to 10 mph.
