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5-day forecast / Fort Worth, TX

WednesdaySunny100° / 79° 13%
ThursdaySunny101° / 80°
FridaySunny99° / 81°
SaturdaySunny100° / 79° 10%
SundaySlight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms96° / 79° 25%

Dangerous Heat Grips Fort Worth as Temperatures Near 100 Degrees - Jul 7, 4 PM

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Fort Worth faces dangerous heat with a current feels-like temperature of 102F. Highs near 99F today and 100F tomorrow bring significant heat index values.

Tessa Whitlock

July 7, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Jul 7, 4 PM local time.*

Dangerous Heat Conditions

Fort Worth is currently under the influence of dangerous heat. The air temperature stands at 99F, but the heat index makes it feel like 102F. Relative humidity is at 33% with a dew point of 64F. Winds are light at 6 mph, with gusts reaching 4 mph, under a clear sky.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Today, the high will reach near 99F. There is a slight chance of rain showers before 4pm, followed by a chance of showers and thunderstorms later in the day. The chance of precipitation is 25%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch are possible. Heat index values could climb as high as 104. South southwest winds will range from 0 to 5 mph.

Tonight, conditions will remain mostly clear. A chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected before 10pm. The low will be near 77F, though temperatures may rise to around 79F overnight. Heat index values could reach 101. South winds will be around 5 mph. The chance of precipitation remains at 30%, with less than a tenth of an inch of rain possible.

Tomorrow Outlook

Tomorrow, the sky will be sunny with a high near 100F. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 104. South southwest winds will hover around 5 mph. The chance of precipitation drops to 13%. Temperatures will remain elevated, requiring caution.

Safety Reminder

With heat index values exceeding 100 degrees, the risk of heat-related illness is high. Residents should stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on neighbors, especially the elderly and those without air conditioning. Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun during peak heat hours. While there are no active weather alerts, the dangerous heat warrants vigilance. Keep emergency supplies ready and monitor local conditions for any changes.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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Tessa Whitlock

Tessa Whitlock covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Fort Worth.

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