*As of Jul 22, 4 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
Sherman, TX is currently under an active Extreme Heat Warning, a severe alert issued by the National Weather Service. The danger is immediate and significant, with current conditions showing an air temperature of 99F but a feels-like temperature of 115F. This extreme heat index is driven by oppressive humidity, with a dew point of 77F and relative humidity at 50%.
Winds are currently blowing from the northeast at 10 mph, with gusts reaching 16 mph, while the sky remains clear.
The National Weather Service has emphasized the severity of this event, with the warning in effect until 8:00PM CDT today. Residents are urged to take this threat seriously as the heat index values are expected to remain dangerously high throughout the day.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, the sun will dominate the sky with a high near 101F. The heat index is forecast to reach as high as 112. Northeast winds will persist around 10 mph, and the chance of precipitation is minimal at just 1%.
As tonight approaches, skies will clear with a low near 75F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 77F overnight. The heat index will remain elevated, reaching up to 110, with east northeast winds between 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow, conditions will remain sunny with a high near 95F. While slightly cooler than today, the heat index will still climb to 102. East winds will continue at 5 to 10 mph, and the chance of rain stays at 1%.
