*As of Aug 19, 2 PM local time.*
Severe Heat Alert in Effect
Fort Worth is currently operating under an Extreme Heat Warning issued by the National Weather Service. This severe alert remains active until 8:00 PM CDT on August 20. The immediate danger is evident in the current conditions, where the air temperature has reached 102F.
Due to the combination of heat and humidity, the perceived temperature feels like 104F. The sky is clear, and winds are light at 7 mph with gusts reaching 9 mph. Relative humidity stands at 26%, while the dew point is 61F.
These dry conditions contribute to the intense heat index values that are expected to persist through the coming days.
Today and Tonight Outlook
For the rest of today, residents should expect mostly sunny skies with a high near 105F. The heat index values may reach as high as 108F, making the air feel significantly hotter than the actual temperature. South southwest winds will blow around 5 mph.
There is no chance of precipitation today, with a 0% probability of rain. As night falls, the sky will remain mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low near 81F, though they may rise to around 84F overnight.
The heat index will still reach 106F during the evening hours. South winds will shift to between 5 and 10 mph.
