*As of Aug 10, 5 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Sherman, Texas, signaling dangerous heat conditions that require caution. The National Weather Service has issued this moderate-severity alert due to the combination of high temperatures and humidity levels that will make it feel significantly hotter than the actual air temperature.
As of this evening, the air temperature stands at 97F, but with the influence of humidity, the feels-like temperature is a sweltering 102F. The relative humidity is at 39%, with a dew point of 68F. Winds are blowing from the south at 7 mph, with gusts reaching up to 16 mph. The sky remains clear, offering no relief from the sun's intensity.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today in Sherman, conditions will remain sunny with a high near 98F. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 105 during the day. South winds will hover around 10 mph. There is no chance of precipitation today.
Tonight, skies will stay clear with a low around 78F. However, temperatures are expected to rise to around 80 overnight, keeping the heat index values as high as 102. South winds will continue at 5 to 10 mph. The advisory remains in place through the evening.
Tomorrow, the heat will persist with sunny skies and a high near 99F. The heat index is forecast to climb even higher, reaching up to 107. Winds will shift slightly to the south-southwest at 5 to 10 mph. There is only a 1% chance of precipitation tomorrow.
