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5-day forecast / Fort Worth, TX

SundaySunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms97° / 76° 45%
MondayChance Showers And Thunderstorms94° / 74° 38%
TuesdayChance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms93° / 74° 26%
WednesdayMostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms93° / 75° 18%
ThursdayMostly Sunny95° / 77° 11%

Fort Worth Heat Index Hits 103 Tonight; Storms Possible Tomorrow - Jul 11, 8 PM

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Temperatures remain high in Fort Worth with a feels-like of 97F. Clear skies tonight give way to potential showers and thunderstorms tomorrow afternoon.

Tessa Whitlock

July 12, 20261 min read

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

*As of Jul 11, 8 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Heat Index

Fort Worth is experiencing very hot conditions this evening. The air temperature stands at 91F, but the heat index makes it feel like 97F. Humidity levels are notable, with a dew point of 70F and relative humidity at 49%. Winds are blowing from the south at 17 mph, with gusts reaching 20 mph. The sky remains clear as of this report.

Tonight and Tomorrow Forecast

Tonight, skies will stay clear. Temperatures will drop to a low near 78F, though they may rise slightly to around 80F during the overnight hours. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 103. South winds will decrease to between 5 and 15 mph.

Tomorrow, the weather pattern shifts. The day begins sunny with a high near 97F. Temperatures may fall slightly to around 95F in the afternoon. The heat index could climb to 104. South winds will be light, around 5 mph. A chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected after 1pm. The chance of precipitation is listed at 45% in the general forecast, while the detailed outlook suggests a 50% chance. Any new rainfall amounts are expected to be less than a tenth of an inch.

Safety and Preparedness

With heat index values potentially reaching 103 tonight and 104 tomorrow, staying hydrated is critical. Limit midday exertion and check on neighbors who may be vulnerable to extreme heat. As storms become possible tomorrow afternoon, monitor local updates for any changes in timing or intensity. Although there are no active National Weather Service alerts at this time, be prepared for rapidly changing conditions if thunderstorms develop. Ensure you have a plan for safe shelter if severe weather occurs.

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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