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5-day forecast / Richardson, TX

TuesdaySunny101° / 81°
WednesdaySunny102° / 82°
ThursdayMostly Sunny102° / 83°
FridaySunny103° / 83° 4%
SaturdaySunny101° / 78° 9%

Heat and Wind Define Saturday in Richardson - Jun 27, 4 PM

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Richardson experiences 95F heat with strong south winds today. Highs near 96F expected with heat index up to 101. No severe alerts active.

Reese Janssen

June 27, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

As of Jun 27, 4 PM local time.

Current Conditions and Heat Index

Richardson is currently under the influence of very hot air, with the thermometer reading 95F. The heat index, or "feels like" temperature, is also at 95F. Relative humidity sits at 41%, with a dew point of 68F. Winds are brisk from the south at 19 mph, with gusts reaching 28 mph. The sky remains clear as of this afternoon on Saturday.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Temperatures will climb to a high near 96F today. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values could reach as high as 101. Winds will continue from the south around 15 mph, with gusts potentially hitting 30 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 1%, with sunny skies expected throughout the day.

As evening approaches, conditions will remain mostly clear. Lows will drop to around 77F. Heat index values may still reach 100 during the early evening hours. Winds will persist from the south at 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Residents should expect continued warmth and breezy conditions into the night.

Tomorrow Outlook

Sunny skies will return tomorrow, with highs near 95F. The heat index is forecast to reach 99. South winds will remain around 15 mph, with gusts up to 30 mph.

The chance of rain is 0%. Overnight lows will settle near 78F, with heat index values staying high at 99. Winds will continue from the south at 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.

Safety and Alerts

There are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts for Richardson at this time. However, the combination of high temperatures and strong winds requires caution. The heat index values indicate that it feels significantly hotter than the actual air temperature.

It is important to stay hydrated and limit prolonged outdoor exertion during the hottest parts of the day. The strong winds may also create dry conditions, so be mindful of fire safety. Keep an eye on local updates as conditions can change rapidly in this heat.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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Reese Janssen covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Richardson.

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