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Heat Advisory in Effect for Fort Worth as Temperatures Soar Near 102 - Jul 28, 8 AM

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A Heat Advisory is active for Fort Worth today and tonight. Highs will reach 101F to 102F with heat indices up to 108F. Stay cool and hydrated.

Tessa Whitlock

July 28, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 28, 8 AM local time.*

Current Conditions and Alert Status

Fort Worth is currently under an active Heat Advisory, a moderate-severity alert issued by the National Weather Service. This advisory remains in effect until 8:00PM CDT today. As of this morning, the air temperature stands at 79F, with a feels-like temperature of 80F.

The atmosphere is quite humid, with a relative humidity of 74% and a dew point of 70F. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 7 mph, with gusts reaching up to 19 mph, while the sky remains clear.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Temperatures will climb significantly throughout the day. Today is forecast to be sunny with a high near 101F and a low near 81F. There is a 0% chance of precipitation. The National Weather Service notes that heat index values will reach as high as 106 today. Winds will remain light, shifting from south southwest at 5 to 10 mph.

Tonight will be mostly clear with a low around 81F. Heat index values are expected to remain high, reaching up to 106. South winds will continue at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow will also be sunny with a high near 102F and a low near 82F. No rain is expected, with a 0% chance of precipitation. Conditions will be even more oppressive, with heat index values climbing to 108.

Winds will be from the south southwest around 5 mph. Overnight into tomorrow night, skies will be mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low around 82F but may rise to around 84F before morning.

Heat indices will stay elevated at 107, with south winds at 5 to 10 mph.

Safety Reminders

With temperatures and heat indices this high, it is critical to take precautions. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water, even if you do not feel thirsty. Limit outdoor exertion, especially during the midday hours when the sun is strongest.

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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