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Richardson Heat Index Nears 105 as Afternoon Storms Linger - Jul 4, 4 PM

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Temperatures in Richardson remain dangerously hot this Saturday afternoon with a high near 99F. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected later today and tomorrow.

Reese Janssen

July 4, 20261 min read

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

As of Jul 4, 4 PM local time.

Current Conditions and Heat

Richardson is experiencing intense heat this Saturday afternoon. The current air temperature stands at 97F, with a feels-like temperature of 97F. Relative humidity is at 31%, and the dew point is 61F. Winds are blowing from the south at 7 mph, with gusts reaching up to 10 mph. The sky remains partly cloudy.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today, the high will reach near 99F. According to the National Weather Service, heat index values can climb as high as 105. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm.

The low tonight will be near 81F, with temperatures rising to around 83F overnight. Heat index values will remain high at 104. Winds will shift to south southeast at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow, conditions will be mostly sunny with a high near 100F. Heat index values are expected to reach 104. There is a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm, with a precipitation chance of 30%.

Overnight, a chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible before 7pm, followed by a slight chance between 7pm and 1am. The low will be near 79F, rising to around 81F later. Winds will be south southwest around 5 mph.

Safety Reminders

With heat index values pushing into the 100s, it is critical to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on neighbors, especially the elderly or those without air conditioning. If storms develop, seek shelter indoors immediately. There are no active weather alerts at this time, but conditions remain volatile.

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

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

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