*As of Oct 16, 2 PM local time.*
Active Alert and Current Conditions
A Wind Advisory remains in effect for the Fort Worth area until 7:00 PM CDT today. The National Weather Service issued this moderate-severity alert due to expected strong winds that could make driving difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles, and increase the risk of falling branches or debris.
Current conditions reflect this active weather pattern. As of Friday afternoon, the air temperature stands at 63 degrees Fahrenheit, with a feels-like temperature also at 63 degrees. The sky is clear, but the wind is picking up significantly.
Winds are currently blowing from the north at 19 mph, with gusts reaching 30 mph. Relative humidity is at 36 percent, and the dew point is recorded at 36 degrees.
Forecast for Today and Tonight
The National Weather Service forecasts mostly sunny skies for the remainder of today, with a high near 64 degrees. The north wind will persist, averaging around 20 mph, with gusts as high as 40 mph possible during peak hours. There is no chance of precipitation today.
Tonight, conditions will shift to mostly clear skies. Temperatures will drop to a low near 47 degrees, though they may rise slightly to around 49 degrees overnight. The north wind will continue at speeds between 10 and 20 mph, with gusts still capable of reaching 40 mph. As the advisory expires at 7:00 PM, winds are expected to gradually decrease in speed through the night.
