*As of Jul 7, 4 PM local time.*
Intense Heat Conditions
Richardson is experiencing very hot conditions this afternoon, with the air temperature currently at 97F. The heat index, or "feels like" temperature, is at 98F. Relative humidity sits at 33%, with a dew point of 63F. Winds are light at 6 mph, with gusts also at 6 mph, under partly cloudy skies.
Today, the high will reach near 99F. Temperatures are expected to fall to around 96F in the afternoon. The heat index will climb as high as 104. South winds will be around 5 mph. There is a 22% chance of precipitation, with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms.
Tonight, conditions will remain warm with a low near 78F. Temperatures may rise to around 80F overnight. The heat index will reach as high as 100.
South southeast winds will be around 5 mph. There is a 30% chance of precipitation, with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch are possible.
Skies will be partly cloudy.
Outlook for Tomorrow
Tomorrow, the high will again be near 99F. Skies will be sunny. The heat index will reach as high as 104. South southwest winds will range from 5 to 10 mph. There is a 17% chance of precipitation, with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch are possible.