*As of Aug 11, 8 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Index
Sherman residents are experiencing intense heat this Tuesday evening. The air temperature currently stands at 92F, but the combination of humidity and wind creates a feels-like temperature of 96F. Relative humidity is at 46%, with a dew point of 68F. Winds are blowing from the south at 10 mph, with gusts reaching up to 25 mph. The sky remains clear as the day winds down.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today was marked by clear skies and a high near 99F, with no chance of precipitation. Temperatures are expected to drop to a low near 79F tonight. According to the National Weather Service, conditions will remain clear overnight.
However, heat index values will climb as high as 103 despite the cooling air temperature, which is forecast to rise to around 81 later in the night. South winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph.
Tomorrow looks even hotter. Sunny skies are expected with a high near 100F. The heat index is projected to reach as high as 104. Winds will shift slightly to the south southwest, maintaining speeds around 10 mph, with gusts potentially hitting 20 mph. There is only a 1% chance of precipitation, indicating dry conditions.
