Fort Worth, Texas – Dangerous heat will grip Fort Worth and surrounding cities through 7 p.m. Friday, as high temperatures soar to 102°F and the heat index spikes as high as 109. Outdoor workers, children, and anyone spending extended time outside face a heightened risk of heat-related illness as humidity compounds the oppressive temperatures.
According to the National Weather Service, the heat advisory covers much of north central and east Texas, including Dallas, Arlington, Denton, Weatherford, and Grand Prairie. Cities across Tarrant, Dallas, Collin, and Parker counties are bracing for hot, stagnant afternoons that can quickly turn hazardous, especially on highways, in neighborhoods lacking shade, and for those without reliable air conditioning.
Travelers and residents are urged to stay hydrated, wear lightweight clothing, limit strenuous activity to early morning or evening hours, and never leave children or pets in vehicles. Take frequent breaks in air-conditioned spaces and check on elderly relatives or neighbors. Outdoor workers should schedule frequent rest and seek shaded or cooled areas, as even short exposure can become dangerous.
This stretch of intense heat is expected to persist until at least Friday evening, with only minor relief on the horizon for the weekend. Additional advisories or warnings may be issued if heat index values remain elevated, so stay tuned for updates.
Five Day Fort Worth, Texas Forecast:
- Tonight: Clear, low around 80°F
- Saturday: Mostly clear, high near 100°F, heat index as high as 108
- Sunday: Sunny, high near 99°F, low 77°F
- Monday: Sunny, high near 96°F, low 77°F
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 97°F, low 77°F
