*As of Jul 6, 8 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Index
Fort Worth is currently under the influence of dangerous heat. The air temperature stands at 95F, but the heat index makes it feel like 100F. Relative humidity is at 42%, with a dew point of 68F. Winds are blowing from the south at 15 mph, with gusts reaching 16 mph. The sky remains partly cloudy as this evening progresses.
Forecast for Today and Tonight
Today, the high will reach near 100F, while the low settles near 77F. The sky will be mostly clear, with only a 13% chance of precipitation. As tonight sets in, conditions will remain mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to around 77F, though they may rise slightly to about 79F during the overnight hours. The heat index will remain high, with values reaching up to 100. Winds will shift to a south direction, ranging from 0 to 5 mph.
Tomorrow’s Outlook and Safety
Tomorrow, the high will be near 98F, with a low near 77F. The day will start mostly sunny, but a chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected after 1pm. The heat index could climb as high as 104. Winds will remain light from the south at 0 to 5 mph. The chance of precipitation is listed at 25% in the general forecast, while the official National Weather Service notes a 30% chance with new rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Temperatures may fall to around 96F in the afternoon.
