Juneteenth Holiday Forecast: Heat Dome Keeps North Texas Hot, Humid and Sunny

As people in North Texas prepare for Juneteenth celebrations, weather experts are advising them to be ready for hot and humid weather due to a persistent heat dome covering the area.

The National Weather Service and KXAS-TV in Fort Worth say that the high temperature will reach 94°F by late afternoon on Wednesday, which is the holiday of Juneteenth. But if there is a lot of humidity, the heat index might feel more like 103°F. There is a 10% chance of rain, mainly in places east of the Metroplex.

A "heat dome," which is a substantial rise of high pressure in the upper atmosphere, is a big reason for the extreme heat. This weather event keeps hot air close to the ground, stops cooler air masses, and pushes rain systems away. Because of this, many parts of North Texas are having long, hot, sunny days with no sign of relief in sight.

The sunny weather is expected to last through the weekend and into early next week, with no significant rainfall anticipated. Although it is still hot, temperatures will not be breaking any records, and the heat dome is expected to move east after the weekend.

Weekend Forecast:

• Friday, the first day of summer: The weather is hot and sticky, with sun and clouds. The low in the morning was about 77°F, and the high was 96°F, with ten to fifteen miles per hour winds from the south.
• Saturday was the same—hot, partly sunny, and muggy. The low temperature was 78°F, and the high temperature was 95°F.
• Sunday: Nothing is likely to change. The low temperature was 77°F, and the high temperature was 96°F.
• Monday: It will stay hot, with a low of 77°F and a high of almost 96°F.

When the temperature is in the triple digits, experts advise staying hydrated, wearing sunscreen, and avoiding prolonged outdoor exposure, especially in the afternoon. People in North Texas who need comfort can also go to local cooling centers.

Summer starts on Friday, June 21, but in Texas, it feels like it is already here.

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