*As of Sep 20, 2 PM local time.*
Current Heat and Conditions
Fort Worth is experiencing significant heat this afternoon. The air temperature is currently 93F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 98F. Relative humidity stands at 44%, with a dew point of 68F.
The sky is clear, and winds are blowing from the south southwest at 9 mph, with gusts reaching 7 mph. This intense warmth is the primary concern for anyone spending time outdoors during this period.
Today and Tonight Outlook
The forecast indicates a slight chance of rain showers before 4pm, followed by a higher chance of showers and thunderstorms later in the day. The sky will be mostly cloudy, with the high temperature reaching near 95F. Temperatures are expected to fall to around 93F in the afternoon, while heat index values may climb as high as 97F.
The chance of precipitation is 30%, with new rainfall amounts potentially less than a tenth of an inch. Tonight, the chance of showers and thunderstorms increases to 40%. It will remain mostly cloudy with a low around 75F.
Winds will shift to the south southeast at 0 to 5 mph. Rainfall amounts could range between a tenth and a quarter of an inch.
