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Humid Heat Returns to Richardson as Temperatures Climb Near 100 - Jun 30, 4 AM

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Richardson faces another day of intense heat and humidity with highs near 98F and heat index values reaching 101F. No severe weather alerts are in effect.

Reese Janssen

June 30, 20262 min read

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

As of Jun 30, 4 AM local time.

Current Conditions and Humidity

It is currently Tuesday overnight in Richardson, TX, with clear skies overhead. The air temperature stands at 82F, but the heat index makes it feel like 88F. Humidity levels are notably high, with the relative humidity at 74% and a dew point of 73F. Winds are blowing from the south at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 18 mph.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today will be sunny with a high near 98F and a low near 78F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 1%. According to the National Weather Service, heat index values will reach as high as 101F during the day.

South winds will pick up to 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Overnight, skies will remain mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low around 79F, though they may rise to around 81F later in the night.

Heat index values will stay high at 99F. Winds will continue from the south-southeast at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph.

Tomorrow will also be sunny, with a high near 99F and a low near 80F. The chance of precipitation remains at 1%. Heat index values are expected to climb to 102F.

South winds will be around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Tomorrow night will be mostly clear with a low around 80F. Winds will decrease to 5 to 10 mph, with gusts up to 20 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 significant humidity requires caution. Residents should stay hydrated and limit strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest parts of the day.

The heat index values indicate that the perceived temperature will be well above the actual air temperature, increasing the risk of heat-related illnesses. Please check on neighbors and loved ones who may be vulnerable to extreme heat. Keep vehicles well-ventilated and never leave people or pets inside parked cars.

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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