*As of Aug 11, 12 PM local time.*
Active Alert and Current Conditions
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Fort Worth, Texas, signaling dangerous levels of heat that can lead to heat-related illnesses. The National Weather Service has issued this moderate-severity alert due to rising temperatures and humidity levels.
As of this afternoon, the air temperature stands at 93F, but the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel like 99F. Relative humidity is at 47%, with a dew point of 70F, indicating quite humid conditions that trap heat near the ground. Winds are blowing from the south at 13 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph, while the sky remains clear.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today will be sunny with a high near 100F. The National Weather Service notes that heat index values could climb as high as 105 during the peak afternoon hours. South winds are expected around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 1%.
Tonight, skies will become mostly clear, allowing temperatures to drop to a low near 79F. However, heat index values may remain as high as 102 overnight. South winds will persist at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph. Temperatures are expected to rise slightly to around 81F during the night hours.
Tomorrow will also be sunny, with a high near 101F. Heat index values could reach 104. South winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph, but gusts may increase to as high as 25 mph. The chance of rain is 0%.
