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5-day forecast / Fort Worth, TX

WednesdayMostly Sunny100° / 80° 7%
ThursdaySunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms100° / 79° 39%
FridayMostly Sunny100° / 80° 11%
SaturdaySunny101° / 80°
SundaySunny100° / 79° 1%

Fort Worth Heat Advisory: Dangerous Heat Index Expected Through Evening - Sep 9, 2 PM

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Fort Worth is under a Heat Advisory as temperatures reach 97F and feel like 101F. Sunny skies continue today, with a chance of storms tomorrow afternoon.

Tessa Whitlock

September 9, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Sep 9, 2 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Active Alert

Fort Worth residents are currently experiencing dangerous heat levels, with an active Heat Advisory in effect. The air temperature stands at 97 degrees Fahrenheit, but the combination of humidity and heat makes it feel like 101 degrees. Relative humidity is at 37 percent, and the dew point is 66 degrees.

Winds are light at 3 miles per hour, with gusts reaching 8 miles per hour, while the sky remains clear. This advisory, issued by the National Weather Service, highlights the moderate severity of the current thermal conditions, urging caution as the day progresses.

Today’s Forecast and Evening Outlook

Today will remain sunny with a high near 100 degrees and a low near 80 degrees. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 7 percent. As evening approaches, the sky will stay mostly clear.

Temperatures will hover around 80 degrees, though they may rise slightly to 82 degrees overnight. The heat index could reach as high as 104 degrees, maintaining the dangerous heat profile. Winds will shift to a south-southeast direction, blowing between 5 and 10 miles per hour.

Residents should remain vigilant as the night does not offer significant relief from the daytime heat.

Tomorrow’s Outlook and Safety Reminders

Tomorrow brings a similar high near 100 degrees, with a low near 79 degrees. Conditions will start sunny, but the atmosphere will become unstable. A chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected after 1 p.m., with a 39 percent probability of precipitation.

The heat index may peak at 106 degrees, making the air feel even more oppressive. Winds will be lighter, around 5 miles per hour from the south. Given the persistent high heat indices and the potential for thunderstorms, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit outdoor exertion during peak afternoon hours.

Check on elderly neighbors and those without air conditioning, as the combination of heat and humidity poses significant health risks. Monitor local updates for any changes in storm timing or intensity.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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Tessa Whitlock

Tessa Whitlock covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Fort Worth.

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