*As of Aug 19, 2 PM local time.*
Severe Heat Alert in Effect
Sherman is currently under an Extreme Heat Warning issued by the National Weather Service. The alert, which carries a severe severity rating, remains active until 8:00 PM CDT on August 20. This designation highlights the dangerous combination of high temperatures and humidity that can lead to heat-related illness.
As of this afternoon, the air temperature stands at 104F, with a feels-like temperature of 106F. The relative humidity is 25%, and the dew point is 61F. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 10 mph, with gusts reaching 11 mph.
The sky is clear, allowing direct solar radiation to intensify the heat.
Today’s Conditions and Outlook
The day will remain mostly sunny with a high near 104F. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 106F. There is no chance of precipitation today.
Tonight, conditions will stay mostly clear with a low around 81F. However, temperatures are expected to rise to around 83F overnight due to the lack of cloud cover and continued heat retention. Winds will continue from the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph.
Heat index values may still reach 106F during the evening hours.
