Current Conditions and Heat Index
Sherman is currently experiencing a blend of high heat and significant moisture. The air temperature stands at 85F, but the combination of humidity makes it feel like 95F. Relative humidity is at 74%, with a dew point of 76F, creating an oppressively humid atmosphere that can make the air feel heavy and stagnant. Winds are blowing from the south-southeast at 8 mph, with gusts reaching up to 16 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.
Forecast for Today and Tonight
Today, temperatures will peak near 88F before dropping to a low near 74F. The sky will remain mostly clear, with only a 10% chance of precipitation. As tonight sets in, conditions will stay mostly clear. Temperatures will settle around 74F initially, though they may rise slightly to around 76F during the overnight hours. Winds will shift to a south-southeast direction, blowing between 5 and 10 mph. Residents should expect a warm and muggy night with no significant weather disruptions.
Tomorrow’s Heat and Evening Storms
Tomorrow, the heat will intensify further with a high near 93F. The sky will be mostly sunny, and the heat index is expected to reach values as high as 102. Winds will pick up from the south, ranging from 10 to 15 mph, with gusts potentially hitting 25 mph. This combination of heat and wind will make the day feel even hotter than the actual air temperature.
As tomorrow night approaches, a chance of showers and thunderstorms will emerge between 1am and 4am. This activity may continue into the early morning hours. Skies will become partly cloudy, with lows around 77F and temperatures rising to around 79F overnight. The heat index could reach 101. Winds will remain from the south at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph. There is a 40% chance of precipitation, with new rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.