As of Jun 21, 12 PM local time.
Oppressive Humidity and High Heat
The air in Richardson feels heavy and thick this afternoon, driven by a dew point of 75F and a relative humidity of 74%. These conditions create an oppressively humid environment that makes the heat feel significantly more intense than the actual air temperature. Right now, the thermometer reads 84F, but the combination of heat and moisture pushes the feels-like temperature up to 92F.
Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 9 mph, with gusts reaching 17 mph, while the sky remains mostly cloudy.
Looking ahead, the heat will not let up. Today is expected to be mostly sunny with a high near 92F. The National Weather Service indicates that heat index values will climb as high as 103 during the day.
Winds will strengthen slightly, coming from the south southwest at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 5%. As tonight approaches, skies will clear to partly cloudy, allowing temperatures to drop to a low near 79F.
However, the muggy conditions will persist, with heat index values remaining as high as 103. Winds will continue from the south at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts potentially hitting 30 mph.
Tomorrow’s Forecast and Safety Tips
Temperatures will rise significantly tomorrow, with a high near 96F. The heat index is projected to reach 107, making it dangerously hot. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected between 7am and 4pm, with a 22% chance of precipitation overall.