*As of Aug 16, 11 AM local time.*
Heat Advisory in Effect
A Heat Advisory is currently active for Little Elm, signaling a period of dangerous heat. The National Weather Service has issued this moderate-severity alert, which is expected to remain in effect until this evening. Residents should be aware that the combination of high temperatures and humidity will create significant heat index values.
The current air temperature is 88F, with a feels-like temperature of 87F. Relative humidity stands at 38%, and the dew point is 59F. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 7 mph, with gusts reaching 13 mph.
The sky is currently clear, setting the stage for a dry and hot day.
Today and Tonight Outlook
Today will be sunny with a high near 103F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 1%. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 107F, making the air feel significantly hotter than the actual temperature.
Winds will shift to the south southwest, ranging from 5 to 10 mph. Tonight, conditions will remain clear with a low around 80F. Temperatures are expected to rise to around 82F overnight.
Heat index values may reach 105F, and winds will be light from the south at around 5 mph. The lack of cloud cover will allow heat to linger into the night.
