*As of Aug 18, 11 AM local time.*
Severe Heat Warning in Effect
Fort Worth is currently experiencing dangerous heat conditions, with the National Weather Service issuing an Extreme Heat Warning. This severe alert is expected to remain in effect until this evening. Additionally, a Heat Advisory is active, covering the morning hours. These warnings indicate that heat index values will reach dangerous levels, posing significant risks to health and safety for residents.
Current Conditions and Today's Forecast
As of this morning, the air temperature is 93F, with a feels-like temperature of 94F. The relative humidity is 36%, and the dew point is 63F. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at around 5 mph, with gusts up to 9 mph.
The sky is clear, and there is only a 1% chance of precipitation. Today’s high is expected to reach near 106F, with heat index values as high as 105F. The low will be near 82F.
Tonight and Tomorrow Outlook
Tonight, conditions will remain mostly clear, with lows around 82F. Temperatures may rise to around 84F overnight, and heat index values could reach 104F. Winds will shift to the south at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow will also be sunny, with a high near 106F and heat index values as high as 107F. The low will again be near 82F, with temperatures potentially rising to 84F overnight. Winds will continue from the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph.
There is no chance of precipitation expected tomorrow.
