Current Conditions and Heat Index
Sherman is currently experiencing a potent combination of high heat and significant humidity. The air temperature stands at 93F, but the heat index makes it feel like 101F. This dangerous level of apparent heat is driven by a dew point of 72F and relative humidity of 50%. Conditions are clear under a cloudless sky, with south southwest winds blowing at 18 mph and gusting up to 30 mph. These strong winds provide some relief but do not eliminate the risk associated with the high heat index.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
The National Weather Service indicates that sunny conditions will persist through the rest of today. The high will reach near 95F, with heat index values climbing as high as 102. South southwest winds will continue around 15 mph, with gusts reaching 25 mph. There is a zero percent chance of precipitation.
Tonight, skies will remain clear. Temperatures will drop to a low near 77F, though they may rise slightly to around 79F overnight. The heat index will remain elevated, reaching values as high as 100. South winds will persist at around 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph.
Tomorrow will also be sunny with a high near 96F. The heat index is expected to peak at 99. South winds will continue around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. There is no chance of rain. Temperatures will fall to a low near 76F tomorrow night, with overnight highs around 78F and heat index values up to 97. South winds will slow slightly to 10 to 15 mph, with gusts still reaching 25 mph.