Current Conditions and Heat Index
Sherman is currently experiencing very hot and oppressively humid conditions. The air temperature stands at 85F, but the heat index makes it feel like 95F. Relative humidity is at 78%, with a dew point of 77F, creating a muggy atmosphere. Winds are blowing from the east-southeast at 8 mph, with gusts reaching 14 mph. The sky remains clear at this moment.
Tonight's Forecast: Storms and Heavy Rain
Tonight, the heat will linger with a low near 75F. The National Weather Service indicates that showers and thunderstorms are likely before 10pm, followed by a continued chance of showers and thunderstorms later in the night. Some of these storms could produce heavy rain. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch are possible. Conditions will be mostly cloudy, with heat index values as high as 99. Winds will shift to the east-southeast at around 5 mph. The chance of precipitation is 70%.
Tomorrow: Hotter and Stormy
Tomorrow, temperatures will rise significantly, with a high near 91F. A chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected before 1pm, with some storms potentially producing heavy rain. After the storms, skies will become mostly sunny. Heat index values could reach as high as 101. Winds will come from the south at 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation is 50%, with new rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible.