Heat — Zapata, Texas

2023-08-11 · Zapata, Texas

Event narrative

The Zapata County Airport AWOS reported a heat index of 111 by 3:15 PM CDT, with 111 or higher values persisting until approximately 5:35 PM CDT on August 11th.

Wider weather episode

A stubborn area of high pressure combined with ample surface moisture led to more heat advisory criteria across the region.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1118580. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.