*As of Aug 18, 11 AM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions
Little Elm is currently under an Extreme Heat Warning issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. This severe alert is expected to remain in effect until 8:00 PM CDT today. Additionally, a Heat Advisory is active until 12:00 PM CDT. These warnings indicate that heat index values will reach dangerous levels, posing significant risks to health and safety for those spending time outdoors.
Current and Today's Forecast
As of this morning, the air temperature is 90F, with a feels-like temperature of 91F. Relative humidity stands at 43%, and the dew point is 64F. Winds are light at 3 mph, with gusts reaching 12 mph, and the sky is clear. Today will be sunny, with a high near 106F and a low near 83F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 1%. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 107F. Southwest winds will blow around 5 mph.
Tonight and Tomorrow
Tonight will be mostly clear, with temperatures dropping to a low of 83F before rising to around 85F overnight. Heat index values may reach 106F. South winds will range from 5 to 10 mph. Tomorrow will also be sunny, with a high near 105F and a low near 82F. The chance of rain remains at 1%. Heat index values could reach 108F, with south southwest winds around 10 mph. Tonight and tomorrow night will feature mostly clear skies and lows near 82F, rising to 85F overnight.
