*As of Jul 29, 12 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
Fort Worth residents are currently under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service. This moderate-severity alert is in effect until 8:00 PM CDT today. The advisory highlights the significant risk posed by extreme heat and humidity, which can lead to heat-related illnesses for those exposed without proper precautions.
Current conditions reflect this intense environment. As of this Wednesday afternoon, the air temperature stands at 91F, but the combination with moisture makes it feel like 100F. The relative humidity is at 56%, with a dew point of 73F, indicating quite humid air that hinders cooling.
Winds are currently blowing from the south at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 6 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
The National Weather Service forecasts mostly sunny skies today with a high near 100F. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 105 during the day. There is a 0% chance of precipitation.
As evening approaches tonight, skies will become mostly clear with a low around 80F. The heat index will remain elevated, staying as high as 103. South winds will persist at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow brings even hotter conditions. Expect sunny skies with a high near 102F. The heat index could climb to 107, making it feel significantly hotter than the actual air temperature.
There is only a 1% chance of rain. Winds will shift slightly to the south southwest at around 5 mph. Overnight tomorrow night, temperatures will drop to a low around 80F, rising to approximately 82F before dawn.
