Hot and Dry Tuesday in East Texas

October 18, 2025

EAST TEXAS (EAST TEXAS NEWS) – Good morning, East Texas! Our Tuesday morning is starting off much calmer this time around, with dry skies and mostly clear conditions this morning. Most areas will begin in the upper 60s to the lower 70s, but temperatures will quickly climb back into the mid- to upper-90s this afternoon, with the heat index likely reaching into the upper 90s and around 100 degrees.

The sky will stay completely dry on Wednesday and Thursday; afterward, there will be a chance of isolated showers from Friday through Sunday. Southerly winds have returned today and will linger through the rest of the week, suggesting a slightly warmer trend over the next few days, with some spots topping the upper 90s from Thursday through Sunday.

After all, this is the hottest time of year for us! Stay cool and be sure to drink plenty of water throughout the day, especially if you work outdoors.

Madelyn Carter

Madelyn Carter

My name is Madelyn Carter, and I’m a Texas-born journalist with a passion for telling stories that connect communities. I’ve spent the past decade covering everything from small-town events to major statewide issues, always striving to give a voice to those who might otherwise go unheard. For me, reporting isn’t just about delivering the news — it’s about building trust and shining a light on what matters most to Texans.