*As of Aug 11, 5 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
Sherman, Texas, is currently under the influence of a Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. This moderate-severity alert remains in effect until 8:00 PM CDT today. The advisory highlights the significant risk posed by extreme heat and humidity, which can lead to heat-related illnesses for those outdoors or without adequate cooling.
Current conditions reflect the intensity of this weather pattern. At this evening hour, the air temperature stands at 97F, but the combination of heat and moisture pushes the feels-like temperature to a dangerous 104F. The dew point is recorded at 70F, with relative humidity at 42%.
Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 14 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph. The sky remains mostly clear, allowing solar radiation to continue heating the surface.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
The National Weather Service forecasts continued hot conditions through the end of the day. Today is expected to be sunny with a high near 100F. Heat index values are projected to reach as high as 107F during the peak afternoon hours. South southwest winds will hover around 10 mph.
Tonight, skies will clear out completely. Temperatures will drop to a low near 79F, though they may rise slightly to around 81F overnight. The heat index will remain elevated, with values as high as 102F. Winds will shift to the south at 10 to 15 mph.
Tomorrow brings another day of intense heat. The forecast calls for sunny skies and a high near 100F. Heat index values are expected to climb to 104F. South southwest winds will return, averaging around 10 mph with gusts as high as 20 mph. Overnight into tomorrow night, conditions will be mostly clear with a low near 79F and heat index values up to 101F.
