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FridaySunny99° / 79°
SaturdaySunny98° / 77°
SundayMostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms98° / 77° 20%
MondayChance Showers And Thunderstorms96° / 74° 27%
TuesdaySlight Chance Rain Showers91° / 72° 21%

Little Elm Heat and Air Quality Alert: Highs Near 100F - Sep 17, 2 PM

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Little Elm residents face extreme heat with feels-like temperatures near 98F and an active Air Quality Alert. Today's high is near 99F, with tomorrow reaching 100F. Stay hydrated and limit midday exertion.

Esme Whitman

September 17, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Sep 17, 2 PM local time.*

Extreme Heat and Air Quality Concerns

Little Elm is currently experiencing intense heat, with the air temperature at 93F and a feels-like value of 98F. An active Air Quality Alert has been issued by the National Weather Service for the Fort Worth area. While the specific severity and urgency details are not fully specified in the current data, residents should remain cautious.

The sky is partly cloudy, with relative humidity at 44% and a dew point of 68F. Winds are light, blowing from the south southeast at 5 mph, with gusts reaching 14 mph. This combination of high heat and potential air quality issues requires attention for those spending time outdoors.

Today's and Tonight's Outlook

The day will remain mostly sunny, with the high temperature climbing near 99F. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 104F, making the air feel significantly warmer than the actual temperature. The chance of precipitation is low at 9%.

As evening approaches, conditions will shift to mostly clear skies. The low temperature will settle around 79F, but heat index values may still reach 101F. Winds will continue to blow from the south southeast at approximately 5 mph.

Residents should be mindful of the lingering heat during the evening hours.

Tomorrow's Forecast and Safety

Tomorrow will be sunny, with the high temperature reaching near 100F. Temperatures are expected to fall to around 98F in the afternoon, but heat index values will peak at 102F. The chance of rain is minimal at 2%.

Winds will shift slightly to the south southwest, maintaining a speed of around 5 mph. Overnight, skies will remain clear with a low around 77F, though temperatures may rise to 79F. Given the sustained high temperatures and the active air quality alert, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest parts of the day.

Check on vulnerable neighbors and ensure pets have access to shade and water.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

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Esme Whitman covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Little Elm.

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