Heat — Coastal Cameron, Texas

2023-08-15 · Coastal Cameron, Texas

Event narrative

The Cameron County Airport ASOS reported a heat index of 111 by 11:53 AM CDT, with 111 or higher values persisting until approximately 1:53 PM CDT on August 15th.

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 1118595. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.