*As of Jul 8, 12 PM local time.*
Intense Heat and Humidity Ahead
Sherman is currently experiencing very hot conditions this afternoon, with the air temperature at 90F and a feels-like temperature of 96F. The atmosphere is quite humid, indicated by a dew point of 72F and a relative humidity of 56%. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 9 mph, with gusts reaching 10 mph, under a clear sky.
Today, the high will reach near 98F. While the sky will remain sunny, there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms, with a 20% probability of precipitation. The National Weather Service notes that heat index values could climb as high as 103F. Winds will shift to a south southwest direction at around 5 mph. As evening approaches, the low will settle near 78F. There remains a slight chance for showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Overnight, temperatures may rise to around 80F, with heat index values peaking at 100F. Winds will turn south, ranging from 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tomorrow’s Forecast and Safety Tips
Looking ahead to tomorrow, conditions will become even hotter. The high will approach 100F, with sunny skies dominating the day. The heat index is expected to reach 103F. Winds will increase to a south southwest direction at around 10 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph. The chance of precipitation drops to just 1%. Overnight, the low will be around 78F, with temperatures rising to 80F later in the night. Heat index values will again reach 100F, accompanied by south winds around 10 mph and gusts up to 20 mph.
