Heat Advisory in Effect for Sherman as Temperatures Climb Near 101 Degrees - Jul 29, 6 AM

*As of Jul 29, 6 AM local time.*

Current Conditions and Alert Status

Sherman, Texas, is currently under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service. This moderate-severity alert is in effect due to dangerously high temperatures and humidity levels that will make it feel significantly hotter than the actual air temperature.

As of this Wednesday morning, the air temperature stands at 79F, but the combination of heat and moisture results in a feels-like temperature of 82F.

The atmosphere is quite humid right now, with relative humidity sitting at 79% and a dew point of 72F. Winds are light, blowing from the south southwest at 7 mph with gusts reaching up to 14 mph. The sky remains mostly cloudy as the region prepares for a significant warming trend.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Temperatures will rise sharply today, with a high near 101F. Despite the official forecast calling for mostly sunny skies, heat index values are expected to climb as high as 106F during the day. Winds will remain light from the south southwest around 5 mph. The low tonight will settle near 80F under partly cloudy skies, with heat index values remaining elevated at 106F.

Tomorrow brings no relief from the intense heat. Highs will again reach near 101F under mostly sunny conditions. The heat index is forecast to peak even higher, reaching 108F.

Winds will shift slightly to the south at around 5 mph. Overnight into tomorrow night, skies will clear to mostly clear, with lows around 80F and temperatures rising to about 82F during the night hours. Heat index values will remain high at 108F, with winds increasing to a south southeast flow of 5 to 10 mph.

Safety Reminders

Given the active Heat Advisory and extreme heat index values, it is critical to stay hydrated and limit outdoor exertion, especially during midday hours. Check on elderly neighbors and those without air conditioning. Never leave people or pets in parked vehicles. Seek air-conditioned spaces whenever possible to avoid heat-related illnesses.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com