*As of Jul 8, 4 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Humidity
It is currently Wednesday overnight in Richardson, and the air feels thick with moisture. The current air temperature sits at 82F, but the heat index pushes the feels-like temperature to 87F. This discomfort is driven by a dew point of 72F and a relative humidity of 70%, creating a notably humid environment for residents.
The sky remains clear at this hour, with winds blowing from the south at 7 mph. While the base wind speed is moderate, gusts are reaching up to 18 mph, adding a bit of movement to the still night air.
There are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts in effect for the area, so residents can rely on the standard forecast without expecting sudden severe weather warnings.
Today and Tomorrow Forecast
As the sun rises, Richardson will see sunny skies dominate the day. The high temperature is expected to reach near 98F. Despite the clear sky, the heat index will climb as high as 101F, making it feel significantly hotter than the actual air temperature.
There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms developing after 4pm, with a 17% chance of precipitation overall. Winds will shift to the south southwest, ranging from 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight, conditions will remain mostly clear with a low around 78F to 80F. The chance for any lingering showers or thunderstorms drops to zero by the end of the day. Winds will ease to around 5 to 10 mph from the south.