*As of Aug 5, 5 PM local time.*
Dangerous heat remains the main concern
Dangerous heat is the story in Sherman this evening, even with clear skies overhead. The air temperature is 100F, and it feels like 101F. Relative humidity is 27%, with a dew point of 61F. Wind is 11 mph, with gusts to 12 mph.
The heat has stayed close to the forecast high near 100F today. The chance of precipitation is only 1%, and the sky has been sunny. The official forecast also notes heat index values as high as 102 today, which keeps outdoor conditions stressful even without much humidity.
Tonight and tomorrow
Tonight will stay mostly clear, with a low near 79F. Temperatures are expected to rise to around 81F overnight, and heat index values may be as high as 102. South wind is forecast around 5 mph.
Tomorrow looks sunny again, with a high near 99F and a low near 78F. The chance of precipitation is 2%. Heat index values may be as high as 101. Wind is expected from the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph. Tomorrow night is expected to be mostly clear, with temperatures rising to around 80F overnight and south southeast wind at 5 to 10 mph.
