*As of Jul 6, 8 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Index
Sherman is currently experiencing very hot and humid conditions. The air temperature stands at 89F, but the heat index makes it feel like 96F. Relative humidity is at 58%, with a dew point of 72F, contributing to the muggy atmosphere. Winds are light from the southeast at 5 mph, with gusts reaching 6 mph. The sky remains clear as of this evening.
Forecast for Tonight and Tomorrow
Tonight, the sky will stay mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low near 73F, though they may rise slightly to around 75F during the overnight hours. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 99. Winds will remain light, shifting to southeast at 0 to 5 mph. Residents should be aware that the combination of heat and humidity will make it feel significantly warmer than the actual air temperature.
Tomorrow, the high will reach near 93F. The sky will be sunny, but there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 10am. The heat index could climb to 100. Winds will be from the south southwest at 0 to 5 mph. The chance of precipitation is listed at 20%, with new rainfall amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch possible.
Tomorrow night, conditions will remain mostly clear with a low around 74F. Temperatures may rise to around 76F overnight. The heat index will be as high as 98. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, with a 20% chance of precipitation. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch are possible. Winds will be from the south southeast at 0 to 5 mph.
