*As of Jul 19, 4 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Humidity
It is currently Sunday overnight in Fort Worth, and the air feels heavy with moisture. The current air temperature stands at 82F, but the heat index makes it feel like 87F. This disparity is driven by a dew point of 72F and a relative humidity of 72%, creating a notably humid environment for residents.
Winds are blowing from the south at 10 mph, with gusts reaching up to 17 mph. Despite the muggy air, the sky remains clear, offering no immediate relief from the warmth.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
The heat will intensify significantly over the next 48 hours. Today, the sky will be sunny with a high near 98F. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values as high as 103F due to the combination of heat and humidity.
Winds will shift to the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 9%, so residents should expect dry conditions.
Tonight, the sky will transition to partly cloudy before becoming mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low around 77F, though they may rise slightly to around 80F later in the night. The heat index will remain elevated at 103F. Winds will ease to around 5 mph from the south.
Tomorrow brings even hotter conditions. The high will reach near 101F under sunny skies. The heat index is expected to climb to 105F, making it feel significantly hotter than the actual air temperature.
