*As of Aug 27, 2 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions
It is currently Thursday this afternoon in Sherman, and the primary concern is the intense heat. The air temperature stands at 95F, but the combination of humidity and sun makes it feel like 100F. Relative humidity is at 42%, and the dew point is 68F.
Winds are blowing from the northeast at 9 mph, with gusts reaching 12 mph. The sky is currently clear, offering no relief from the direct solar radiation. This level of heat index is considered dangerous, requiring caution for anyone spending time outdoors.
Today and Tonight Outlook
For the rest of today, conditions will remain mostly sunny. The high temperature is expected to reach near 98F, with heat index values potentially climbing to 103F. The chance of precipitation is low at 14%, meaning rain is unlikely to provide any cooling relief.
As evening approaches, the sky will remain mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low near 75F, though they may rise slightly to around 77F overnight. East winds will shift to between 0 and 10 mph, and heat index values could still reach 100F during the night hours.
