Fort Worth drivers should prepare for hot pavement and extra caution on I-35 Tuesday as North Texas heads into another stretch of September heat. Afternoon highs will climb near 89°F, with even warmer days expected through midweek, raising safety concerns for commuters and outdoor workers.
According to the National Weather Service in Fort Worth, skies will stay mostly clear Tuesday night with lows near 65°F. Winds remain light, keeping conditions calm but allowing temperatures to quickly rise again after sunrise Wednesday. Meteorologists say highs will jump into the low 90s by midweek, peaking near 94°F on Thursday.
The heat poses challenges for those spending extended time outdoors. Emergency crews advise Texans to stay hydrated, limit strenuous activity during peak afternoon hours, and check vehicles for children and pets before locking. Road surface temperatures can exceed 120°F, making travel on I-20, I-35, and neighborhood routes even riskier for blowouts and breakdowns.
Utilities across Tarrant County urge residents to conserve power as demand rises under sunny skies. Light winds mean little relief in shaded areas, so cooling centers may see increased visits through Thursday. Nighttime lows will stay mild, offering limited recovery from the daytime heat.
This pattern of clear skies and rising temperatures will dominate the week before easing slightly into the weekend. No rain is expected, and fire danger remains low, though dry grass could spread small roadside sparks.
Warnings remain limited, but the heat stretch is expected to linger until at least Saturday. More updates are expected from local officials if conditions intensify.
Five-Day Forecast for Fort Worth, TX
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 89°F. Low around 65°F.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high near 92°F. Low around 68°F.
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 94°F. Low around 71°F.
- Friday: Sunny, high near 95°F. Low around 72°F.
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 95°F. Low around 73°F.
