Aubrey Remains Hot and Dry as Tropical Storm Edouard Tracks South

Regional Context and Local Conditions

Tropical Storm Edouard is currently tracking toward the Texas-Louisiana border, with guidance from the National Hurricane Center indicating it is expected to make landfall in Texas today. Sustained winds near 40 mph are possible, and the system may strengthen before coming ashore. However, for Aubrey, this storm passes well to the south, meaning the area stays hot and mostly dry.

The heaviest rain associated with Edouard is forecast for Southeast Texas.

Current conditions in Aubrey show an air temperature of 90F with a feels-like temperature of 95F. Relative humidity sits at 52%, and the dew point is 70F. Winds are light from the south-southeast at 5 mph, with gusts up to 10 mph. The sky remains clear.

Today and Tomorrow Forecast

Today in Aubrey, expect a high near 100F and a low near 78F. There is an 11% chance of precipitation. The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies with a slight chance of rain showers between 1pm and 4pm, followed by a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms later. Heat index values will reach as high as 104.

Tonight, conditions will be mostly clear with a low around 78F. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms remains possible. Heat index values may climb to 101, with southeast winds increasing to 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow, the high will drop slightly to near 99F, with a low near 76F. The chance of precipitation rises to 16%. Skies will be sunny with a slight chance of rain showers before 7am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Heat index values are expected to hit 105. East southeast winds will blow at 5 to 10 mph.

Alerts and Safety Reminders

An Air Quality Alert is currently active for the area. This alert was issued by the NWS Fort Worth TX on August 31 at 3:45PM CDT. While specific severity and urgency levels are not detailed in the current data, residents should be aware of potential air quality impacts.

With temperatures remaining near 100F and heat indices exceeding 100F, it is important to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on neighbors who may be vulnerable to extreme heat. The system is expected to eventually break the recent run of 100-degree days, but for now, Aubrey remains in a hot, dry pocket relative to the storm's path.

Sources

https://www.fox4news.com/weather/tropical-storm-edouard-brings-rain-heat-relief-some-parts-texas

https://www.weather.gov/