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Heat Lingers in Richardson as Thunderstorms Return Tomorrow - Jul 6, 8 PM

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Richardson residents face a high near 100F today with a feels-like temperature of 97F. Conditions ease slightly tomorrow with a high of 97F and a chance of afternoon showers.

Reese Janssen

July 7, 20261 min read

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

*As of Jul 6, 8 PM local time.*

Current Heat and Conditions

Richardson is currently experiencing very hot conditions this evening. The air temperature stands at 97F, with a feels-like temperature also at 97F. Relative humidity is at 33%, and the dew point is 62F. Winds are blowing from the southeast at 7 mph, with gusts reaching 11 mph. The sky is currently marked by thunderstorms.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Today, the high will reach near 100F, while the low settles near 77F. There is a 13% chance of precipitation, and skies will be partly cloudy. As tonight approaches, conditions will remain partly cloudy with a low around 77. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 79 overnight. Southeast winds will decrease to around 5 mph.

Tomorrow Outlook

Tomorrow, the high will be near 97F, with a low near 77F. The chance of precipitation increases to 32%. Skies will start mostly sunny before a chance of showers and thunderstorms develops after 1pm.

Heat index values could reach as high as 102. South southeast winds will be around 5 mph. There is a 30% chance of precipitation, with new rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Tomorrow night will bring a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, followed by mostly clear skies. The low will be around 77, with temperatures rising to around 79 overnight. Heat index values may reach 99, with south southeast winds around 5 mph and a 30% chance of precipitation.

Safety Reminder

With temperatures near 100F today and heat indices reaching 102 tomorrow, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on neighbors and pets to ensure they remain cool and safe during the peak heat hours.

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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