As of Jul 4, 8 AM local time.
Current Conditions and Humidity
Richardson is currently under the grip of oppressive humidity this Saturday morning. The air temperature stands at 82F, but the heavy moisture in the atmosphere pushes the feels-like temperature up to 94F. Relative humidity is sitting at a stifling 94%, with a dew point of 81F indicating very muggy conditions.
Winds are blowing from the south at 9 mph, with gusts reaching 20 mph, while the sky remains clear.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Temperatures will climb significantly throughout the day, with a high near 98F expected. The National Weather Service notes that heat index values could reach as high as 102F. While the morning will be sunny, there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms developing after 4pm. Winds will shift to a south direction around 5 mph.
As evening approaches, the chance for storms continues before 7pm. The sky will become mostly clear for the night, with a low around 78F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 80F overnight. Heat index values will remain elevated, reaching up to 100F. Winds will shift to the south southeast, blowing between 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow Outlook
The heat and humidity will persist into tomorrow. The high will be near 97F, with heat index values peaking around 99F. The sky will be mostly sunny, but there is a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm.