FORT WORTH, Texas – Drivers and residents across North Texas should brace for more heat as summer-like conditions linger into mid-September. Afternoon highs near 94°F will dominate Monday and Tuesday before a chance of thunderstorms develops by midweek. Those planning travel on I-35 should take precautions as shifting weather could complicate evening commutes.
According to the National Weather Service in Fort Worth, Monday will stay mostly sunny with a high near 94°F. Heat index values may climb to 97°F, and southeast winds could gust near 20 mph. Skies clear Monday night, but Tuesday’s sun will again push temperatures to 94°F. Relief remains limited, with nighttime lows only dipping into the low 70s.
By Wednesday night, a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms returns, with clouds and humidity thickening across Tarrant and surrounding counties. Light rain may interrupt outdoor plans, and gusty winds could impact evening traffic along I-20 and I-35. Emergency officials urge residents to monitor updates and avoid unnecessary travel during any developing storms.
For now, the immediate concern is extended heat, particularly for outdoor workers and vulnerable groups. Residents should limit afternoon activity, drink water frequently, and never leave children or pets in vehicles. The heat risk remains highest from midday until early evening both Monday and Tuesday.
Conditions are expected to ease slightly by Thursday and Friday, though temperatures will still hover near the low 90s. Another round of showers remains possible into Thursday.
Five-Day Forecast for Fort Worth, Texas
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 94°F. Heat index up to 97°F. Southeast wind near 10 mph.
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 94°F. Low around 73°F Tuesday night.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 94°F. Storm chance Wednesday night, low around 72°F.
- Thursday: 20% chance of storms, partly sunny, high near 93°F.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 93°F. Low near 71°F.
