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ThursdaySunny105° / 82° 12%
FridaySunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms105° / 82° 22%
SaturdaySunny105° / 81° 8%
SundaySunny106° / 83° 3%
MondaySunny103° / 83° 4%

Little Elm Under Extreme Heat Warning as Temperatures Near 105 - Aug 20, 6 AM

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Little Elm is under an Extreme Heat Warning. Current conditions show 86F with a feels-like of 91F. Today's high is near 105F with heat indices reaching 111F. Stay hydrated and limit midday exertion.

Esme Whitman

August 20, 20261 min read

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

*As of Aug 20, 6 AM local time.*

Severe Heat Alert in Effect

Little Elm is currently under an Extreme Heat Warning issued by the National Weather Service. This severe alert remains active until this evening. Residents should prioritize safety as conditions remain dangerous for outdoor activity.

The current air temperature is 86F, but it feels like 91F due to the humidity. Relative humidity stands at 59%, with a dew point of 70F. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 8 mph, with gusts reaching 17 mph.

The sky is clear, offering no relief from the intense solar radiation.

Today and Tonight Outlook

Today will be sunny with a high near 105F. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 111F. The chance of precipitation is low at 12%.

Winds will shift to the south southwest, ranging from 5 to 10 mph. Tonight, conditions will remain mostly clear. Lows will hover around 82F, but temperatures are expected to rise to around 85F overnight.

Heat indices may reach 109F. Winds will be light from the south southeast at around 5 mph. The lack of significant cooling overnight means the heat will persist into the next day.

Tomorrow's Forecast

Tomorrow will also be sunny with a high near 105F. Heat index values could reach 112F. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible after 1pm.

The overall chance of precipitation is 20%. Winds will be from the south southwest at around 5 mph. Given the sustained high temperatures and high heat indices, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion.

Check on neighbors and ensure pets have access to water and shade. Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight during the hottest parts of the day.

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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