*As of Aug 19, 2 PM local time.*
Severe Heat Warning in Effect
Little Elm is currently operating under an Extreme Heat Warning issued by the National Weather Service. This severe alert remains active until tomorrow evening. The immediate conditions are intense, with the air temperature sitting at 100F.
Due to the combination of heat and humidity, the perceived temperature feels like 101F. The sky is clear, and relative humidity stands at 26%, with a dew point of 59F. Winds are light at 5 mph, though gusts have reached 13 mph.
This level of heat poses significant risks to health, particularly for those spending extended periods outdoors.
Today and Tonight Outlook
For the remainder of today, expect mostly sunny skies with a high near 102F. The heat index values may reach as high as 105F. South southwest winds will blow around 10 mph.
Tonight, conditions will remain mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low near 83F, but they are expected to rise to around 87F overnight. The heat index will continue to hover near 105F, and south winds will maintain a speed of about 10 mph.
There is no chance of precipitation expected today, keeping the focus entirely on the sustained high temperatures.
