*As of Aug 14, 5 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions
Fort Worth, TX is currently under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service. The alert carries moderate severity and indicates expected urgency for the area. As of this Friday evening, the air temperature stands at 100F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 103F.
Relative humidity is at 29% with a dew point of 63F. Winds are blowing from the south at 17 mph, with gusts reaching up to 24 mph against a clear sky.
The National Weather Service has highlighted heat index values as high as 105 during the day today. The advisory is in effect until this evening. Residents should remain vigilant as the heat index remains dangerously elevated throughout the period covered by the warning.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, the forecast calls for sunny skies with a high near 102F and a low near 80F. There is no chance of precipitation. South winds will average around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 105.
Tonight, skies will become mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low around 80F, though they may rise slightly to around 82F overnight. The heat index will remain high at up to 103F. South winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph.
