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Little Elm Weather: Oppressive Heat and Humidity Dominate Monday - Aug 10, 9 AM

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Little Elm faces oppressive humidity with a dew point of 77F today. Highs near 99F bring heat index values up to 103F. No severe alerts are active.

Esme Whitman

August 10, 20262 min read

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

*As of Aug 10, 9 AM local time.*

Current Conditions and Notable Humidity

Residents in Little Elm, TX, are currently experiencing an oppressive start to the day. The air temperature stands at 81F, but the high moisture content makes it feel significantly warmer, with a feels-like reading of 87F. Relative humidity is sitting at 89%, and the dew point is 77F, indicating very sticky conditions.

Winds are light at 5 mph, though gusts have reached 18 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.

Today and Tonight Forecast

The National Weather Service forecasts a sunny day with a high near 99F. Due to the intense heat and humidity, heat index values are expected to climb as high as 103. South winds will pick up slightly, blowing around 10 mph with gusts reaching 20 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 1%.

As evening approaches, skies will become mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low near 82F, but the heat will linger, with readings rising to around 85 overnight. Heat index values may still reach 101 during this period. South winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph.

Tomorrow Outlook and Safety

Tomorrow will mirror today’s intensity with sunny skies and a high near 99F. The heat index is projected to peak at 104, making it feel even hotter than the actual air temperature. South winds will maintain speeds of 10 to 15 mph, with gusts potentially hitting 25 mph. There is no chance of precipitation.

Temperatures will settle to a low near 83F tomorrow night, rising to around 85 overnight again. Heat index values may reach 102. South winds will remain steady at 10 to 15 mph.

There are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts for this area. However, the combination of extreme heat and high humidity poses significant health risks. It is crucial to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day.

Limit outdoor exertion, especially during midday hours when temperatures peak. Check on elderly neighbors and those without air conditioning to ensure their safety in these demanding 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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