Current Conditions and Humidity
Fort Worth is experiencing a notably humid start to the day. As of this Friday morning, the air temperature stands at 81°F, but the heat index makes it feel like 85°F. The relative humidity is sitting at 74%, with a dew point of 72°F indicating significant moisture in the air. Winds are currently blowing from the south at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 14 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Temperatures will climb significantly throughout the day. Today is expected to be sunny with a high near 97°F. The National Weather Service indicates that heat index values could reach as high as 100°F. Winds will shift to a south direction at around 5 mph. There is only an 8% chance of precipitation.
As evening approaches, conditions will transition to partly cloudy skies. The low tonight will settle around 80°F. Despite the drop in actual temperature, the heat index will remain elevated, with values as high as 100°F. Winds will continue from the south-southeast at approximately 5 mph. Residents should expect lingering warmth and humidity well into the night.
Tomorrow Outlook
The heat will intensify slightly by tomorrow. The forecast calls for mostly sunny skies with a high near 99°F. This increase in temperature, combined with the persistent humidity, will push heat index values up to 102°F. Winds will remain light from the south at around 5 mph. The chance of rain stays low at 8%.
Overnight into tomorrow night, skies will become mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low around 79°F, though they may rise slightly to around 81°F during the late night hours. The heat index will remain high, reaching up to 101°F. Winds will persist from the south-southeast at about 5 mph.
