Brace yourselves, North Texas! The heat is cranking up, with high temperatures set to soar above normal for this time of year. Today, we're looking at highs in the lower to mid-80s, while the usual high is around 77 degrees. It's been pretty dry lately, so keep an eye out for increased fire risks. However, by Tuesday, humidity levels should ease up a bit, making the fire conditions a touch better.

You ain't seen nothing yet, folks. Over the next few days, we're expected to hit the upper-80s to lower-90s. In fact, Wednesday could be a scorcher, with near-record-breaking heat possible. A front will be hovering around, giving us a slight chance of rain across the Red River counties on Wednesday evening and Thursday. But after that, it's back to dry and warm, with highs hanging around the 80s and lows in the 60s.

Let's break down the forecast:

* Morning: Cool and mostly clear. Low of 57 degrees with a light easterly wind.

* Monday: Sunny and warm. High of 83 degrees with a south-southeasterly wind.

* Tuesday: More sun and warmth. Low of 64 degrees and a high of 87 degrees. Winds are from the south.

* Wednesday: Sunshine galore and it could get toasty. Record high is 91 degrees, set in 1925 and 1939. We might hit 90! Low of 66 degrees with a light south wind.

* Thursday: Partly cloudy but still warm. Low of 66 degrees, high of 87 degrees, and a southeasterly wind.

* Friday: Mostly sunny and warm. Low of 65 degrees and a high of 87 degrees with a light south wind.

* Saturday: Sunny and warm, similar to Friday. Low of 64 degrees, high of 86 degrees, and a south wind about 10-15 mph.

* Sunday: Clouds roll in, but it stays warm. Low of 64 degrees, high of 85 degrees, with the same wind speed and direction.

* Upcoming Monday: Mix of sun and clouds with warmth. Low of 64 degrees, high of 84 degrees, and a steady south wind.

* Next Tuesday: Partly cloudy and warm. Low of 63 degrees and a high of 83 degrees. The wind shifts slightly to the southeast at 10-15 mph.

* Wednesday: Clouds gather, but it remains warm. Low of 63 degrees, high of 83 degrees, and a southeasterly wind of 10-15 mph.

Hot Days Ahead in North Texas This Week

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