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5-day forecast / Fort Worth, TX

SaturdaySunny98° / 80° 1%
SundaySunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms97° / 76° 34%
MondayChance Rain Showers95° / 75° 46%
TuesdayChance Showers And Thunderstorms93° / 74° 26%
WednesdayMostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms94° / 76° 16%

Humid Heat Returns to Fort Worth With Afternoon Storm Chances - Jul 11, 4 AM

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Fort Worth faces high humidity and near-100 degree temperatures today. A chance of showers and thunderstorms arrives tomorrow afternoon.

Tessa Whitlock

July 11, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 11, 4 AM local time.*

Current Conditions and Humidity

It is currently Saturday overnight in Fort Worth, and the air remains notably heavy with moisture. The current air temperature sits at 81F, but the heat index makes it feel like 85F. Relative humidity is at 74%, with a dew point of 72F indicating significant moisture in the atmosphere. Winds are blowing from the south at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph. The sky is clear, offering no immediate relief from the muggy conditions.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Temperatures will climb significantly as the day progresses. Highs are expected to reach near 98F, while lows will settle around 79F. The sky will remain sunny throughout the day, with a minimal 1% chance of precipitation. Heat index values are projected to soar as high as 105F, creating dangerous heat stress levels for those outdoors. Winds will shift to a south direction at 5 to 10 mph.

As evening approaches, conditions will remain mostly clear. Lows will drop to around 80F. The heat index will remain elevated, with values as high as 103F. South winds will continue at 5 to 10 mph. Despite the cooling trend overnight, the humidity will keep the air feeling thick and uncomfortable.

Tomorrow Outlook

The pattern shifts slightly tomorrow. Highs will reach near 97F, with temperatures falling to around 95F in the afternoon. The sky will start sunny, but a chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected after 1pm. The chance of precipitation is listed at 34%, with new rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Heat index values will again reach as high as 105F. Winds will be light, from the south southwest at 0 to 5 mph.

Overnight tomorrow, there is a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am, followed by a continued chance of showers and thunderstorms. The sky will be partly cloudy. Lows will drop to around 76F, with temperatures rising to around 78F overnight. Southeast winds will be calm at 0 to 5 mph. The chance of precipitation increases to 50% during this period.

Safety Reminder

With heat index values exceeding 100F, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on elderly neighbors and ensure pets have access to cool water and shade. Be prepared for sudden changes in weather tomorrow afternoon as storms develop.

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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