Fort Worth heat builds with feels-like temperature at 97F - Aug 6, 12 PM

*As of Aug 6, 12 PM local time.*

Heat is the main story

Very hot weather is the headline in Fort Worth as the sky stays clear and temperatures climb. The air temperature is 95F, and it feels like 97F. Relative humidity is 37%, with a dew point of 64F. Wind is 10 mph, and the sky is clear.

Today stays sunny and hotter, with a high near 101F and a low near 80F. The chance of precipitation is only 1%. Heat index values could reach 104, so the air may feel hotter than the thermometer suggests. South wind is expected at 5 to 10 mph.

Tonight and tomorrow

Tonight remains clear, with a low around 80F and temperatures rising to around 82 overnight. Heat index values may still be as high as 102. South southeast wind is forecast at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow brings another sunny day, with a high near 101F and a low near 80F. The chance of precipitation is 13%. Heat index values may again reach 104, with south wind at 5 to 10 mph.

Alerts and safety

There are no active NWS/NOAA weather alerts for Fort Worth.

Even without an alert, this level of heat can wear people down. Drink water, take breaks in shade or air conditioning when you can, and limit strenuous outdoor activity. Check on people who may be more sensitive to heat, including older adults, young children, and anyone without reliable cooling.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com