Fort Worth, Texas – Monday morning brings showers and a few rumbles of thunder to Fort Worth, but residents should prepare for a rapid shift to dangerous heat and rising humidity by Tuesday. Temperatures are set to soar, reaching the upper 90s and possibly flirting with 100°F through the end of the week.
According to the National Weather Service, thunderstorms will linger through late morning Monday, causing slick roads and reduced visibility during the commute. Rain chances fade by midday, replaced by clearing skies and a muggy high near 90°F. Heat index values could reach as high as 99°F. By Tuesday, the sun returns in force with highs jumping to 93°F, and the hottest weather arrives Wednesday and Thursday, when afternoon temperatures will approach 97–99°F. Overnight lows will remain warm, hovering in the mid to upper 70s.
Drivers should watch for ponding on roads and plan for slow-moving traffic until storms end. After Monday, limit outdoor activity, stay hydrated, and check on vulnerable neighbors as heat index values push past 100°F. The sunny, dry stretch will hold strong into the weekend, with no major relief from the heat in sight.
Heat-related advisories may be issued as the week progresses, especially for Wednesday and Thursday. Stay tuned for additional updates if warnings are extended.
Five Day Forecast for Fort Worth, Texas:
- Monday: Showers and storms early, clearing by afternoon. High 90°F.
- Tuesday: Sunny, hot, high near 93°F.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 97°F.
- Thursday: Sunny, high 99°F.
- Friday: Mostly clear and hot, high near 97°F.
