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Fort Worth Heat and Humidity Climb to 101F Tomorrow - Jul 19, 8 AM

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High humidity and rising temperatures define the forecast for Fort Worth. Today brings a high near 98F with heat indices up to 103F, while tomorrow climbs to 101F with heat indices reaching 105F.

Tessa Whitlock

July 19, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 19, 8 AM local time.*

Current Conditions and Humidity

Fort Worth is experiencing a notably humid start to the day this morning. The air temperature sits at 79F, but the high moisture content makes it feel warmer, with a feels-like temperature of 82F. Relative humidity is holding at 82%, and the dew point is recorded at 73F, indicating a muggy atmosphere.

Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 18 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Sunny skies will persist throughout the day today. Temperatures are expected to rise to a high near 98F. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values could reach as high as 103F due to the combination of heat and humidity. Winds will remain light, shifting to a south southwest direction at 5 to 10 mph.

As evening approaches, conditions will transition to mostly clear skies. The low will settle near 78F, though temperatures may rise slightly to around 80F during the overnight hours. The heat index will remain elevated, staying as high as 103F. Winds will continue from the south at 5 to 10 mph. There is a minimal 11% chance of precipitation today.

Tomorrow Outlook

The heat will intensify tomorrow with sunny skies and a high near 101F. This increase in temperature, combined with lingering humidity, will push heat index values up to 105F. Winds will be lighter, coming from the southwest at around 5 mph. The chance of precipitation drops to just 1%.

Temperatures will remain warm overnight, with a low around 79F and readings rising to approximately 81F. The heat index will continue to reflect the high 105F range. Winds will shift back to the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph.

Safety Reminder

With heat indices exceeding 100F, residents should take precautions against heat-related illness. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water, even if you do not feel thirsty. Limit strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest parts of the day, typically between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

If you must be outside, seek shade or air-conditioned spaces frequently. Check on elderly neighbors or those without air conditioning to ensure their safety during these high-temperature periods.

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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