As of Jun 22, 12 PM local time.
Dangerous Heat and Humidity
Richardson is currently under the influence of dangerous heat and oppressive humidity. The air temperature stands at 86F, but the heat index makes it feel like 102F. Relative humidity is at 84%, with a dew point of 81F, creating a muggy atmosphere. Winds are blowing from the south at 10 mph, with gusts reaching 15 mph. The sky remains clear at this moment.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Today, a high near 92F is expected. There is a 36% chance of showers and thunderstorms. According to the National Weather Service, a chance of showers and thunderstorms is likely before 4pm.
Partly sunny skies will accompany a high near 92. Heat index values may reach as high as 103. South winds will be around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
The chance of precipitation is 40%, with new rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tonight, conditions will remain warm with a low near 78F. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10pm and 4am. Partly cloudy skies will prevail.
Heat index values will remain as high as 102. South southeast winds will be around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. The chance of precipitation is 20%, with new rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.