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Heat Advisory in Effect for Fort Worth as Temperatures Climb to 106F - Jul 20, 12 PM

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A Heat Advisory is active for Fort Worth, TX, with current feels-like temperatures at 99F. Highs near 102F today will rise to 106F tomorrow, with heat indices reaching 111F.

Tessa Whitlock

July 20, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 20, 12 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Alert Status

Fort Worth, TX, is currently under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service. The advisory carries a moderate severity rating with expected urgency, running until July 21 at 8:00PM CDT. Readers should note that this alert is the only active warning in effect for the area.

Right now, the air temperature stands at 91F, but the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel significantly hotter. The feels-like temperature is currently 99F. Humidity levels are notable, with a dew point of 72F and relative humidity at 53%. Winds are light, blowing from the south southwest at 5 mph with gusts reaching 6 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

The National Weather Service forecasts a sunny day today with a high near 102F. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 108. South southwest winds will remain around 5 mph. There is a 0% chance of precipitation.

Tonight, conditions will stay clear with a low around 80F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 82F during the overnight hours. The heat index will continue to hover near 108. Winds will shift to the south, increasing to 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow, the heat will intensify further. The forecast calls for sunny skies and a high near 106F. The heat index is projected to climb to 110. Winds will decrease, coming from the west northwest at 0 to 5 mph. Precipitation chances remain at 0%.

Looking ahead to tomorrow night, skies will clear again with a low around 83F. Overnight temperatures may rise to around 85F. The heat index could reach 111, with south southwest winds at 0 to 5 mph.

Safety Reminder

Given the active Heat Advisory and extreme heat indices, residents are urged to take precautions. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day. Limit outdoor exertion, especially during the hottest parts of the day.

Check on elderly neighbors or those without air conditioning to ensure their safety. If you must be outside, seek shade and wear lightweight, light-colored clothing to help manage the intense heat.

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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