Dangerous Heat Grips Fort Worth With Feels-Like of 104F - Aug 9, 4 PM

*As of Aug 9, 4 PM local time.*

Dangerous Heat Conditions

Fort Worth is currently under the grip of intense heat this Sunday afternoon. The air temperature stands at 100F, but the combination of humidity and wind creates a feels-like temperature of 104F. Relative humidity is at 31%, with a dew point of 64F.

Winds are blowing from the south-southeast at 13 mph, though gusts are reported at 9 mph. The sky remains partly cloudy as residents endure these elevated temperatures.

Forecast for Today and Tonight

Today, high temperatures will reach near 100F, with lows dropping to around 79F later. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms, with precipitation chances at 13%. Heat index values are expected to climb as high as 103F. Winds will shift to the south-southeast at 5 to 10 mph.

Tonight, conditions will clear up significantly. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms exists before 7pm, after which the sky will become mostly clear. Lows will settle around 79F, with temperatures rising slightly to around 81F overnight. Heat index values may still reach 103F. South winds will persist at around 10 mph.

Tomorrow Outlook

Tomorrow brings sunny skies with a high near 100F and a low near 79F. The chance of precipitation drops to just 6%. Heat index values are forecasted to peak at 104F. Winds will come from the south at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 20 mph.

There are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts in effect for this area. However, the persistent heat requires caution. Residents should stay hydrated and limit midday exertion to avoid heat-related illnesses.

Check on neighbors and vulnerable individuals who may be less able to cope with the extreme temperatures. Keep vehicles parked in shade when possible and never leave people or pets inside closed cars.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com