*As of Aug 5, 8 AM local time.*
Heat and humidity lead the forecast
Very hot weather is the main story for Sherman today, with sunshine expected and a high near 101F. It is also quite humid this morning: the air temperature is 79F, and it feels like 80F. Relative humidity is 74%, with a dew point of 70F.
Skies are clear now, and the wind is 8 mph with gusts to 17 mph. The chance of precipitation today is 2%, so rain is not expected to play much of a role. Heat index values today could reach as high as 103, making the heat feel a bit more intense than the thermometer alone suggests.
Today, tonight, and tomorrow
Today will be sunny, with a high near 101F and a low near 79F. Winds in the forecast are from the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight will be mostly clear, with a low around 79F and temperatures rising to around 81 overnight. Heat index values may be as high as 102. Wind is expected from the south southeast at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow will also be sunny, with a high near 99F and a low near 78F. The chance of precipitation is 1%. Heat index values tomorrow may climb as high as 104, with south southwest wind at 5 to 10 mph.
